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Acyclovir
is an antiviral agent that is active against the herpes virus
infections of the genitals, skin, brain, and mucous membranes.
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| 30-200mg |
$50.00 |
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| 90-200mg |
$100.00 |
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| 30-400mg |
$80.00 |
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| 90-400mg |
$120.00 |
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| 30-800mg |
$70.00 |
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$100.00 |
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| 90-800mg |
$120.00 |
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Patient
information about the treatment of herpes, chickenpox, or
shingles is available with this medicine. Read it
carefully before using this medicine.
Acyclovir is best used as soon as possible after the
symptoms of herpes infection or shingles (for example,
pain, burning, blisters) begin to appear .
If you are taking acyclovir for the treatment of
chickenpox , it is best to start taking acyclovir as soon
as possible after the first sign of the chickenpox rash ,
usually within one day.
Acyclovir capsules, tablets, and oral suspension may be
taken with meals or on an empty stomach.
If you are using acyclovir oral suspension , use a
specially marked measuring spoon or other device to
measure each dose accurately. The average household
teaspoon may not hold the right amount of liquid.
Acyclovir is best taken with a full glass (8 ounces) of
water.
To help clear up your herpes infection, chickenpox, or
shingles, keep taking acyclovir for the full time of
treatment , even if your symptoms begin to clear up after
a few days. Do not miss any doses . However, do not use
this medicine more often or for a longer time than your
doctor ordered .
Dosing-The dose of acyclovir will be different for
different patients. Follow your doctor's orders or the
directions on the label . The following information
includes only the average doses of acyclovir. Your dose
may be different if you have kidney disease. If your dose
is different, do not change it unless your doctor tells
you to do so.
The number of capsules or tablets or teaspoonfuls of
suspension that you take depends on the strength of the
medicine. Also, the number of doses you take each day, the
time allowed between doses, and the length of time you
take the medicine depend on the medical problem for which
you are taking acyclovir .
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If
your symptoms do not improve within a few days, or if they become
worse, check with your doctor.
The areas affected by herpes, chickenpox, or shingles should be
kept as clean and dry as possible. Also, wear loose-fitting
clothing to avoid irritating the sores (blisters).
It is important to remember that acyclovir will not keep you from
spreading herpes to others .
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