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Drug
Uses
This medicine is used on the lips and faces of adults
to treat cold sores caused by herpes simplex virus.
Penciclovir does not cure herpes infections but decreases
pain and itching if applied when the earliest symptoms
first appear.
How
Taken
Clean and dry the area before applying the cream to
avoid spreading the infection. Rub the cream in gently,
using enough cream to cover all sores completely. Penciclovir
comes as a cream. It is usually used externally every
2 hours while you are awake for 4 days. Follow the directions
on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor
or pharmacist or doctor to explain any part you do not
understand. Use penciclovir exactly as directed. Do
not use more or less of it or use it more often than
prescribed by your doctor. Use this medication as soon
as possible after symptoms appear. Continue to use penciclovir
even if you feel well. Do not stop using penciclovir
without talking to your doctor.
Warnings/Precautions
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become
pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant
while taking penciclovir, call your doctor. Tell your
doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to penciclovir,
acyclovir (Zovirax), or any other drugs. Tell your doctor
and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription
medications you are taking, including vitamins.
Missed
Dose
Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember it and
apply any remaining doses for that day at evenly spaced
intervals. However, if it is almost time for the next
dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular
dosing schedule. Do not apply a double dose to make
up for a missed one.
Possible
Side Effects
Some common side effects reported with this medicine
include: headache irritation at the site of application
Storage
Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat
and moisture (not in the bathroom). Keep this medication
in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out
of reach of children. Throw away any medication that
is outdated or no longer needed. Talk to your pharmacist
about the proper disposal of your medication.
More
Information
For more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist
or health care provider.
Disclaimer
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only, it is not intended that this information covers
all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions,
or adverse effects of your medication. This is only
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