Ciclocream (Acyclovir)

Adult use

Apply this medication to the affected area five times a day at approximately four-hour intervals. Treatment should continue for five days, and if not healed after five days of use, it can be used for an additional five days.

This medication should not be used in certain patients. First, individuals who are allergic or have had hypersensitivity reactions to this medication or its components should not use it. Additionally, this medication should not be administered to breastfeeding women and children. Caution should be exercised when using this medication in patients with weakened immune systems, such as AIDS patients or those who have undergone bone marrow transplants. Moreover, as this medication contains propyleneglycol, individuals with allergies or hypersensitivity reactions to this ingredient should exercise caution. Using this medication may cause pain or discomfort in the genital area when ulcers are present. Temporary burning sensations, mild pain, dermatitis, rashes, itching, skin irritation, and sometimes allergic reactions such as facial swelling or skin depigmentation and hives may occur. Treatment should be initiated as soon as possible when symptoms first appear, and the prescribed dosage and duration of administration must be strictly followed. It is advisable not to use this medication when symptoms are absent or for preventive purposes. This medication should not be mixed or diluted with other medications, and the possibility of resistance cannot be completely ruled out. Women who are pregnant or may become pregnant should carefully consider the benefits and risks of using this medication, and it is advisable not to use this medication while breastfeeding, as animal studies have shown the potential for fetal effects. The safety and efficacy of this medication have not been sufficiently proven in children, so it is advisable not to use it in this population. This medication is for topical application only and should not be applied to mucous membranes such as the eyes, mouth, or vagina, as it may cause irritation. Lastly, when applying this medication, it is safe to wear rubber gloves or finger cots to prevent spreading to other areas or transmitting to others.

Serious side effects

Hives, facial swelling

Mild side effects

• Temporary burning sensations
• localized pain
• mild pain
• contact dermatitis
• erythematous rashes
• eczema
• allergic reactions
• irritation at the application site
• itching
• vulvitis

Drug interactions

Consult with a physician or pharmacist when administering this medication with probenecid.

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent air or moisture from entering. It is best to maintain a storage temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius at room temperature.

Appearance

A cream with a uniform white color.

Package unit

5g/tube