Acyclovir Topical Ointment 5% by Glenmark 30 gram Tube (Rx)

Acyclovir topical ointment 5% is a medication used to treat viral skin infections caused by the herpes simplex virus, including cold sores and genital herpes. It works by preventing the virus from replicating and spreading to healthy cells. Acyclovir comes in an ointment form, typically in a 5% strength, which is applied directly to the affected area of skin. It can help reduce the duration and severity of outbreaks and relieve symptoms such as pain, itching, and burning. However, it is not a cure for herpes and will not prevent future outbreaks. Acyclovir topical ointment 5% is available by prescription and should be used under the guidance of a healthcare professional.

Acyclovir (5%) topical ointment is a prescription medication used to treat fever blisters caused by herpes simplex virus type 1 (HSV-1). Acyclovir (5%) topical ointment is also used to treat cold sores caused by herpes simplex virus type 2 (HSV-2). ACICLOVIR (5%) topical ointment is a antiviral medicine. It stops the virus from growing. This medicine is available as a cream, ointment, and pledgets. Pledgets are little dry cotton balls.
Use Acyclovir (5%) topical ointment as soon as you have signs of a fever blister, such as tingling, itching, soreness, or reddening of the skin. Do not wait until the fever blister breaks open.
Acyclovir (5%) topical ointment comes in a tube or a jar. Use a fingertip to apply a thin layer of the ointment to the affected skin. Do not rub it in. Let the ointment dry for 5 minutes before you put on any clothing. To protect the affected skin, wear sunscreen when you are outside.
You usually apply acyclovir 5% topical ointment two or three times a day for seven days.
If you have a cold sore, you usually apply acyclovir 5% topical ointment four times a day for five days.
Do not use more than the recommended dose.
Do not use acyclovir 5% topical ointment if you are pregnant. It may harm the unborn baby.