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Sarivir 5% Cream

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Sarian Healthcare

Salt Composition

Acyclovir (5% w/w)

Overview Sarivir 5% Cream

Herpeskin 5% topical cream combats herpes simplex virus infections, like cold sores, by inhibiting viral replication within skin cells. This antiviral medication is for external application only, following your physician's prescribed dosage and duration. Ensure the affected area is clean and dry prior to application. Always wash your hands meticulously before and after use. Avoid unnecessary touching of lesions to prevent spread. Mild burning, itching, redness, or irritation at the application site are possible side effects; consult your doctor if these persist. Avoid contact with eyes, mouth, nose, or vagina; rinse thoroughly with water should accidental exposure occur.

Uses of Sarivir 5% Cream

Cold sore

Major Benefits of Sarivir 5% Cream:

Apply this medication topically only. Follow your physician's instructions regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application details. Before application, cleanse and thoroughly dry the affected skin. Subsequently, wash your hands, except when the hands constitute the treatment area.

Common Side effects of Sarivir 5% Cream:

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

How to use Sarivir 5% Cream:

Apply this medication topically only. Follow your physician's instructions regarding dosage and treatment length. Always consult the product label for application guidelines. Ensure the affected skin is clean and dry before applying the cream. Wash your hands thoroughly afterward, except when the hands themselves are the treatment area.

How Sarivir 5% Cream works:

Herpes simplex virus skin infections respond to Sarivir 5% Cream, an antiviral topical treatment. Its mechanism involves inhibiting viral replication within skin cells, thus halting the spread of the infection and promoting healing.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholNone

No known drug interactions.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Data on Sarivir 5% Cream application during pregnancy is lacking. Seek medical advice from your physician.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Sarivir 5% Cream while breastfeeding is likely inadvisable. Available human data indicates potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible risk to the infant.

DrivingDrivingNone

No known drug interactions.

KidneyKidneyNone

No known drug interactions.

LiverLiverNone

No known drug interactions.

What if you forget to take Sarivir 5% Cream :

Should you forget a Sarivir 5% Cream application, apply it immediately. Nevertheless, if your next scheduled application is imminent, omit the missed dose and resume your usual regimen. Avoid applying a double dose.

Facts to Know About Sarivir 5% Cream

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Chemical Classification Base analog nucleotide
Developing Habits No.
Type of Therapy DERMA

FAQs on Sarivir 5% Cream

Use Sarivir 5% Cream as your doctor directs. Continue using it for the prescribed duration, even if you feel better. Stopping early may cause symptoms to reappear or intensify.
Clean and dry the affected area before applying Sarivir 5% Cream. Gently massage the cream into your skin until fully absorbed. Avoid contact with your eyes and mouth. If accidental eye contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water and consult your doctor if irritation persists.
Avoid contact with eyes and mouth. If eye contact occurs, flush immediately with water and consult your doctor. Do not use if allergic to Sarivir 5% Cream or its ingredients; report any allergic reaction to your doctor. Disclose all regular medications to your doctor to avoid interactions. Do not cover the treated area with a bandage to prevent increased absorption and side effects. Use only as directed; exceeding the recommended amount will not hasten relief and may increase side effects. Inform your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should only use Sarivir 5% Cream under medical supervision.
Missed a dose of Sarivir 5% Cream? Simply apply it as soon as you remember. If you're unsure about anything, consult your doctor.
Use Sarivir 5% Cream precisely as your doctor prescribes, adhering to the recommended dose and duration. Report any bothersome side effects to your doctor.
Sarivir 5% Cream
43
MRP 50
14% off