Acivir Cream 5 g

Acivir Cream 5 g is a topical antiviral medicine that contains acyclovir in a 5 g cream tube. It belongs to the anti-viral drug class and is used on the skin to help treat cold sores caused by the herpes simplex virus. This product is for external use only and is applied directly to the affected area as directed by a clinician.

How it works: Acyclovir works by blocking the herpes virus from making more copies of itself, which helps slow the spread of the infection in the skin. In cream form, it acts locally on the affected area rather than working throughout the whole body.

Acivir Cream 5 g is the smaller tube size in this brand family, compared with Acivir Cream 10 g. It may suit people who need a single treated area or a shorter course, and a doctor may choose this size when they want a lower-quantity supply or when symptoms are expected to be limited.

• Cold sores on the lips or face caused by herpes simplex virus
• Early treatment of herpes labialis symptoms
• Reducing viral activity at the application site
• Helping shorten symptom duration when started early

• Wash your hands before and after using Acivir Cream 5 g.
• Apply a thin layer to the affected area only, as directed by your doctor.
• Use it at the times prescribed; topical acyclovir is often applied several times a day.
• Start as soon as possible after tingling, burning, or the first sign of a cold sore.
• Do not apply inside the mouth, eyes, or nose unless specifically told to do so.
• Do not cover the area tightly unless your clinician says to use a dressing.

Each tube of Acivir Cream 5 g contains 5 g of acyclovir cream, which is a topical dose amount, not a single-use dose. The exact frequency and total amount used per day depend on the condition being treated and the prescriber’s instructions; the doctor decides how often to apply it and for how many days. Do not use more often or for longer than prescribed.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Acyclovir may include:

• Mild burning or stinging where the cream is applied
• Itching at the application site
• Dryness or peeling of the treated skin
• Redness or irritation
• Temporary tenderness of the skin

• For external use only; do not swallow Acivir Cream 5 g
• Avoid contact with eyes, inside the nose, and inside the mouth
• Do not use on broken or severely irritated skin unless directed by a doctor
• Tell your clinician if you have kidney disease or are immunocompromised
• Use caution if you have a history of allergy to acyclovir or similar antivirals
• This cream is not a cure for herpes and does not prevent passing the virus to others

• Other topical skin products applied to the same area may increase irritation
• Topical corticosteroids used on the same site may change how the skin reacts
• Other antiviral medicines should be discussed with a doctor, even if they are taken by mouth
• Moisturizers or cosmetics on the treated area may reduce proper application if used at the same time

Store Acivir Cream 5 g at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep it out of reach of children.