Acivir 5% Cream
Cipla Ltd

prescription required

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In-stock 5 gm in 1 tube
65.94
Related Warnings
Alcohol

No interaction found

PROBABLY SAFE
Pregnancy
PROBABLY SAFE

Acivir 5% Cream is probably safe to use during pregnancy.Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

Lactation

Acivir 5% Cream is probably safe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.

SAFE
Driving
SAFE

Acivir 5% Cream does not usually affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

There is limited information available on the use of Acivir 5% Cream in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

There is limited information available on the use of Acivir 5% Cream in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Acyclovir Topical   5%

Uses of Acivir Cream
Acivir 5% Cream is used in the treatment of herpes labialis, genital herpes infection and eye infections by Herpes simplex virus.

How to use Acivir Cream
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and apply the cream. Wash your hands after applying, unless hands are the affected area.

How Acivir Cream works
Acivir 5% Cream is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of the virus in human cells. Thus stops the virus from producing new viruses.

Side Effects:

Common Stinging in the eyes.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q. Is Acivir cream same as acyclovir cream?
Acivir is a trade name for active drug acyclovir

Q. Is acyclovir topical effective?
Acyclovir topical is an antiviral drug used to treat infections caused by herpes simplex virus. It is effective if used as advised by your doctor. The effectiveness of acyclovir may vary upon individual response

Q. Is Zovirax a steroid?
Zovirax is a trade name for active drug acyclovir. It is not a steroid.