Acylab 5% Cream - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is acylab 5% cream used for?
Acylab 5% Cream is an antiviral medication containing Acyclovir 5% w/w 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.
- Generic Name: Acyclovir (5% w/w)
- Manufacturer: Laborate Pharmaceuticals India Ltd
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: Consult doctor
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ acylab 5% cream Uses & Benefits
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๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Acyclovir (5% w/w) |
| Brand Name | acylab 5% cream |
| Manufacturer | Laborate Pharmaceuticals India 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 acylab 5% cream
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of acylab 5% 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 |
| Mycophenolate | Moderate | Increased risk of toxicity |
| Interferon | Minor | Possible additive antiviral effect |
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
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๐ Substitutes for acylab 5% cream
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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.
โญ User Reviews
This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Good quality medicine. Satisfied with the outcome.
Found this to be a helpful product. Good results.