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Aciclovir (generic Zovirax)
Generic Name: E: ACYCLOVIR (ay-SYE-kloe-veer)
Common Uses of Aciclovir
This medicine is an antiviral used to treat shingles, chickenpox, or genital herpes. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.
Possible Aciclovir 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.
General Cautions
If your symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they become worse, check with your doctor. If you are using this medicine 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.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE FOR CONSUMERS
Product data and health claims are for general information purposes only and should not be used as official
medical advice. We strongly advise consumers to consult with their personal physicians on the proper and effective
use of prescription drugs and medications.
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