Penciclovir Top

Penciclovir Top Uses

This drug is used in certain patients to treat outbreaks of herpes simplex on lips and skin of the face (cold sores). The virus that causes this infection lives in the body quietly until an outbreak is triggered. Penciclovir is not a cure for the infection, but treatment of an outbreak can speed up healing of the sores and decrease pain.

How To Use Penciclovir Top

Wash hands with soap and water before applying this medication. Apply a layer of penciclovir cream to cover only the area of the cold sore or the area of tingling/itching/redness/swelling at the first signs of symptoms. Apply the cream every 2 hours while awake for 4 days or as directed by your doctor. After each application, do not touch any other part of your body or another person's body until you have washed your hands again with soap and water. Touching the body without washing the hands may lead to spreading of the virus to a new area or another person. Avoid use in or near the eyes since this medication can irritate the eyes. It is very important to continue using this medication exactly as prescribed by your doctor.

Dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy.

This medication works best when the amount of drug the skin receives stays at a constant level. Therefore, use this drug at evenly spaced intervals. To help you remember, use it at the same times each day.

Do not use more or less of this drug than prescribed or stop using it even for a short time unless directed to do so by your doctor. Skipping or changing your dose without approval from your doctor may decrease the effectiveness of the drug.

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