Acerux5%
Cream
Opsonin Pharma Limited
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Acerux is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there ... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Acerux is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | No interaction found/established |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Acerux is an antiviral medicine which helps in treating skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus such as herpes labialis. It prevents the multipli... View More
Uses of Acerux
- Herpes labialis
Side effects of Acerux
- Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
How to use Acerux
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and ... View More
How Acerux works
Acerux is an antiviral medication which treats skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of virus in the... View More
What if you forget to take Acerux?
If you miss a dose of Acerux, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your re... View More
- Acerux helps treat recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores).
- Treatment should be started as early as possible following onset of signs and symptoms.
- Apply it thinly to affected area five times a day, or as suggested by your doctor.
- Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina as it may cause irritation. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
- Do not touch the sores unnecessarily with your hands or towel, to avoid spreading the infection.
- Inform your doctor if your symptoms have not improved after 10 days of treatment.
Indication
As 5% oint/cream: Apply to the affected skin 5-6 times/day for 5-10 days.
Administration
Probenecid, cimetidine and mycophenolate mofetil may increase the plasma concentration of aciclovir. Increased nephrotoxic effects w/ drugs that affect ... View More
Adult Dose
Renal impairment. Pregnancy, lactation. Neurological abnormalities with significant hypoxia, serious hepatic or electrolyte abnormalities. Maintain adeq... View More
Renal Dose
Activity against HSV types I and II and varicella-zoster virus is due to intracellular conversion of aciclovir to the monophosphate by viral thymidine k... View More
Precaution
Herpes virus infections of skin
Pregnancy Category Note
>10% Burning/stinging (30%) 1-10% Pruritus (4%) <1% Dry lips (<1%),Rash (0.3%) Frequency Not Defined Angioedema,Vulvitis
Interaction
Hypersensitivity.
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