Zovirax Suspension

Zovirax Suspension is an antiviral medicine. It helps in treating viral infections like herpes labialis, herpes simplex virus infections, shingles, genital herpes infection, and chickenpox. It prevents the multiplication of viruses in human cells and therefore helps in clearing the infection.

Zovirax Suspension is administered as an injection by a healthcare professional. Kindly do not self-administer. It is given by slow intravenous (I.V.) infusion over a 1-hour period to avoid damage to kidneys. You should drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine as it helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.

Some side effects include vomiting, nausea, and increased liver enzymes. You may also notice some injection site reactions like pain, swelling, or redness. Inform your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Please consult your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding.

• Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
• Chickenpox
• Shingles
• Herpes labialis
• Genital herpes infection

Herpes Simplex Virus Infections
Zovirax Suspension is an antiviral medicine. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus in the body. It will not cure herpes and neither it prevents passing on the infection to others. However, it can speed up healing of the sores and decrease the symptoms such as tingling, pain, burning, itching. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.

Chickenpox
Zovirax Suspension is used for the treatment of chickenpox. It is most effective if it is started within 24 to 48 hours after the onset of the rash. It is given by a doctor or a nurse and should not be self-administered. However, chickenpox is highly contagious. You can help prevent the spread of chickenpox by practicing good hygiene and washing your hands frequently. Reduce your exposure to people who have chickenpox. If you already have chickenpox, stay at home until all of your blisters have dried and crusted over.

Shingles
Shingles is a viral infection that causes a painful rash. Zovirax Suspension can shorten the length and severity of shingles. It is most effective if you start taking it as soon as possible after the rash appears. Keeping the immune system healthy is the best way to prevent shingles. Maintaining good hygiene is another way of preventing shingles.

Herpes labialis
Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip. Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores. The first attack may also be accompanied by fever, sore throat, and enlarged lymph nodes. Zovirax Suspension can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores.

Genital herpes infection
Genital herpes infection is a common sexually transmitted infection marked by genital pain and sores. It can affect both men and women. Symptoms include pain, itching and irritation. Zovirax Suspension helps in treating the symptoms effectively and also prevents multiplication of the infection causing virus.

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Iqbavir

• Vomiting
• Nausea
• Injection site reaction
• Increased liver enzymes

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Zovirax Suspension is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.

• It is given by slow intravenous (I.V.) infusion over a 1-hour period to avoid damage to kidneys.
• Drink plenty of water while on treatment with this medicine. This helps to prevent dehydration and kidney damage.
• If you have genital herpes, use barrier methods (condoms) for contraception and avoid sexual contact while the sores are present.
• Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

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