Zovirax
Before using
INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST of all prescription and over-the-counter
medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding.
Directions
Follow the directions for using Zovirax provided by your doctor.
TAKE THIS MEDICINE with food or milk if it upsets your stomach.
STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature, away from light and moisture.
TO CLEAR UP YOUR INFECTION COMPLETELY, continue taking this medicine
for the full course of treatment even if you feel better in a few
days. Do not miss any doses. IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE,
take it as soon as possible. If it is almost time for your next
dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.
Do not take 2 doses at once.
Cautions
IF YOUR SYMPTOMS DO NOT IMPROVE WITHIN A FEW DAYS or if they become
worse, check with your doctor. IF YOU ARE USING Zovirax FOR GENITAL
HERPES, begin using it as soon as you notice symptoms (pain, burning,
blisters) of an infection. Use a condom during sexual intercourse.
IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits
and risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. If you are or
may be pregnant, check with your doctor for instructions on using
this medicine during pregnancy. BEFORE YOU BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW
MEDICINE, either prescription or over-the-counter, check with your
doctor or pharmacist. THIS MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK.
IF YOU ARE OR WILL BE BREAST-FEEDING while you are using this medicine,
check with your doctor or pharmacist to discuss the risks to your
baby.
Possible side effects
SIDE EFFECTS, that may go away during treatment, include nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea, or headache. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed above,
contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent
a medicine from doing its job. Use our drug interaction checker
to find out if your medicines interact with each other. Check drug
interactions
If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately.
Additional information
DO NOT SHARE Zovirax with others for whom it was not prescribed.
DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for other health conditions. KEEP THIS
MEDICINE out of the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR
AN EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your supply runs
out.
Zovirax:
GlaxoSmithKline
