Aciherpin Cream - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is aciherpin cream used for?
Aciherpin Cream contains Acyclovir 5% w/w, an antiviral medication used to treat herpes simplex infections of the skin, including cold sores and genital herpes. It works by stopping the virus from multiplying, reducing the severity and duration of outbreaks. Apply a thin layer to affected areas five times daily for 5-10 days.
- Generic Name: Acyclovir (5% w/w)
- Manufacturer: AGIO Pharmaceuticals Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ aciherpin cream Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Acyclovir (5% w/w) |
| Brand Name | aciherpin cream |
| Manufacturer | AGIO Pharmaceuticals Ltd |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | DERMA |
| Action Class | Antiviral (Non-HIV) drugs |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Room temperature (15-30ยฐC), away from moisture |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ก How to Take aciherpin cream
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of aciherpin cream
- Application site reactions (burning
- irritation
- itching and redness)
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| Probenecid | Moderate | Increased acyclovir levels and risk of toxicity |
| Cimetidine | Moderate | Increased acyclovir levels |
| Mycophenolate mofetil | Moderate | Increased levels of both drugs |
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.
Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Helpful and effective medicine as per my experience. Always consult a doctor.