Ocuvir 5% Skin Cream

Ocuvir 5% Skin Cream is a topical antiviral medicine containing acyclovir 5% in each tube. It belongs to the anti-viral drug class and is used on the skin to help treat herpes simplex virus skin infections, especially cold sores and certain genital herpes lesions when a clinician recommends a cream form. Ocuvir 5% Skin Cream is made by FDC, India and comes in a strip/box of 10 tubes. It is meant for local application to the affected skin, not for swallowing or use in the eyes.

How it works: Acyclovir works by blocking the herpes virus from making copies of itself. When applied as Ocuvir 5% Skin Cream, it acts directly on the skin lesion to help limit viral growth and support healing.

The 5% strength means each application contains acyclovir at a concentration designed for skin use, which is different from oral or eye products. Because there are no other strengths or forms of Ocuvir listed here, Ocuvir 5% Skin Cream fits the standard topical approach for localized herpes lesions and is chosen when a doctor wants direct treatment on the affected area. It may be preferred for early, limited outbreaks where a cream is appropriate rather than a systemic medicine.

• Cold sores on the lips or face
• Localized herpes simplex skin lesions
• Early treatment of recurrent herpes outbreaks
• Reducing symptoms such as burning, tingling, and pain at the site

• Apply only to the affected skin area as directed by your doctor.
• Wash your hands before and after using Ocuvir 5% Skin Cream, unless your hands are the treated area.
• Use a thin layer; do not rub in aggressively or cover with tight bandages unless told to.
• Start treatment as early as possible at the first sign of tingling, redness, or burning.
• Avoid contact with the eyes, inside the mouth, and inside the nose.
• Use for the full course prescribed, even if the skin starts to look better.

Ocuvir 5% Skin Cream provides acyclovir 5% for topical use, so the dose is measured by how much cream you apply rather than by pills or milligrams taken by mouth. The usual frequency is several times a day, but the exact number of applications and the maximum daily use depend on the doctor’s instructions and the condition being treated. Do not apply 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 skin burning or stinging at the application site
• Itching where the cream is applied
• Dry or flaky skin around the treated area
• Redness or irritation at the application site
• Temporary mild pain or tenderness on the skin
• These local effects are usually more noticeable with repeated applications on sensitive skin

• Use only on the skin; do not swallow Ocuvir 5% Skin Cream.
• Do not apply inside the eyes, mouth, vagina, or rectum unless specifically instructed.
• Tell your doctor if you have very sensitive skin, eczema, or a history of allergy to acyclovir or similar medicines.
• Avoid using on large broken skin areas unless your prescriber says it is safe.
• Wash hands well after application to avoid spreading the medicine or the virus to other areas.
• If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or immunocompromised, ask your clinician before using it.
• If the lesion is severe, frequent, or not improving, medical review is important because cream treatment may not be enough.

• Other topical products applied to the same area may irritate the skin or change how the cream feels.
• Skin products with strong acids, retinoids, or alcohol can increase irritation at the application site.
• Immunosuppressive medicines may affect how herpes infections behave and should be discussed with your doctor.
• Other antiviral medicines should be reviewed by a clinician to make sure the treatment plan is appropriate.

Store Ocuvir 5% Skin Cream at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep the tubes away from excess heat, moisture, and direct light.