Apply at the first signs of a cold sore (such as tingling and itching).
 Apply liberally to the affected area 5 times a day.
 Continue treatment for 4 days. If your cold sore hasn’t healed after this time, you can use the cream for up to 10 days in total.
 Treat your cold sore for 4 full days to ensure rapid healing.
 If you forget a dose, apply when you remember and continue as before.
 If your cold sore hasn’t healed fully after 10 days, or if it gets worse at any time, contact your doctor.
 Never give your Zovirax to others, even if their symptoms are the same as yours.
 The amount of cream inside this pack is enough for one cold sore attack. For any future attacks, start treatment at the first signs of a cold sore developing (such as tingling or itching). It can also be started during the blister stage.
 Do not use more than the recommended dose.
 Suitable for all ages.

Hazards and Cautions

 Do not use Zovirax if you are allergic to aciclovir, valaciclovir or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in the Patient Information Leaflet).
 Do not use Zovirax if the sores are inside your mouth, inside your nose, on the eyes or on your genitals.
 If you are pregnant or breast-feeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking any medicine.

Storage

Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the tube and carton after ‘EXP’. The expiry date refers to the last day of that month.
Store in the original packaging.
Do not store above 25°C.
Do not refrigerate

Precautions

This is a medicine;
Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist
 Seek advice before using if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, breastfeeding or if you suffer from allergies.

Always read the label before use.

Keep away from children.

Manufacturer:
GSK Commercial Sp. z o.o.
ul. Wincentego Rzymowskiego 53
02-697 Warszawa

Always read the patient information on the leaflet or packaging. It will give you important information about your medicine. Click on the link below to view Patient Information Leaflet.

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Patient Information Leaflet