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ZOVIRAX Duo Cream contains both the antiviral active ingredient aciclovir in a concentration of 50 mg/g and the anti-inflammatory active ingredient hydrocortisone in a concentration of 10 mg/g. The cream can be applied at the first signs of cold sores to prevent blisters from forming. Cold sores are caused by the herpes simplex virus, which most people carry in their bodies. However, the infection does not break out in everyone. In those affected, cold sores usually start with a slight tingling sensation on the lip. This is followed by inflammation at the site and, later, painful and itchy blisters may also form on the lip. Cold sores often flare up in those affected by stress, fever, sun exposure, or even disgust.
ZOVIRAX Duo Cream is designed to inhibit the spread of the virus in cases of cold sores, relieve inflammation and, when applied early, even prevent blisters from forming, thereby accelerating healing.
ZOVIRAX Duo 50 mg/g / 10 mg/g cream is applied directly to the affected areas. Hands should be washed thoroughly before and after application to prevent aggravation or transmission of cold sores.
If symptoms have not improved after 5 days, consult a doctor.
Order ZOVIRAX Duo 50 mg/g / 10 mg/g cream without a prescription from arzneiprivat – a German pharmacy with shipping within the EU.
The total dose should not be exceeded without consulting a doctor or pharmacist.
Method of application?
Apply the medicine to the lips and the adjacent affected areas. Do not apply before eating. Avoid accidental contact with the eyes.
Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying the medicine.
Duration of use?
You should not use the medicine for longer than 5 days without medical advice. If symptoms persist or recur regularly, you should consult your doctor. Overdose? If the medicine is used as described, no symptoms of overdose are known. If in doubt, consult your doctor.
In general, it is important to ensure that the dosage is correct, especially for infants, small children, and elderly people. If in doubt, ask your doctor or pharmacist about any effects or precautions.
The dosage prescribed by your doctor may differ from the information given in the package insert. As your doctor will adjust the dosage to suit your individual needs, you should use the medicine according to his or her instructions. Dosage General dosage recommendation: Table Row Adolescents aged 12 years and older and adults A sufficient amount 5 times daily At intervals of 3-4 hours
- Recurrent cold sores (herpes labialis)
How do the ingredients of the medicine work?
The medicine contains a combination of the active ingredients acyclovir and hydrocortisone. Aciclovir combats certain viruses by damaging their genetic material and thus preventing them from multiplying. It is particularly effective against herpes viruses. This means that a herpes infection, e.g. on the lips, can be stopped. Hydrocortisone has an anti-inflammatory effect.
per 1 g of cream
50 mg aciclovir
10 mg hydrocortisone
+ paraffin, thick
+ thick paraffin
+ paraffin oil
+ white petrolatum
+ Isopropyl myristate
8 mg sodium dodecyl sulfate
67.5 mg cetyl stearyl alcohol
+ Poloxamer 188
200 mg propylene glycol
+ Citric acid monohydrate
+ Sodium hydroxide for pH adjustment
+ Hydrochloric acid for pH adjustment
+ Purified water
What are the reasons against use?
Always:
- Hypersensitivity to the ingredients
- Skin damage caused by other viral infections of the skin
- Fungal infection of the skin
- Bacterial superficial inflammation
- Skin infection caused by parasites
Under certain circumstances – talk to your doctor or pharmacist about this:
- Weakened immune system, e.g., HIV infections, organ transplants, long-term high-dose cortisone treatment
What age group should be considered?
- Children under 12 years of age: The medicine should not normally be used in this age group.
What about pregnancy and breastfeeding?
- Pregnancy: Consult your doctor. Various considerations play a role in determining whether and how the medicine can be used during pregnancy.
- Breastfeeding: Consult your doctor or pharmacist. They will assess your specific situation and advise you on whether and how you can continue breastfeeding.
If you have been prescribed this medicine despite a contraindication, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. The therapeutic benefit may outweigh the risk associated with use in the presence of a contraindication.
What undesirable effects may occur?
- Dry skin (xeroderma)
- Skin flaking or peeling (exfoliation) - Burning sensation on the skin - Skin discomfort at the application site - Pain at the application site - Itching (pruritus) If you notice any changes in your well-being during treatment, consult your doctor or pharmacist. The information provided here primarily takes into account side effects that occur in at least one in 1,000 patients treated.
What should you watch out for?
- Caution if you are allergic to corticosteroids (e.g., cortisone)!
- Emulsifiers (e.g., cetyl/stearyl alcohol) may cause skin irritation (e.g., contact dermatitis).
- Solvents (e.g., propylene glycol, E 477) may cause skin irritation.
- There may be medications that interact with this medication. Therefore, before starting treatment with a new medication, you should generally tell your doctor or pharmacist about any other medications you are already taking. This also applies to medications that you buy yourself, use only occasionally, or have used in the past.
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The online pharmacy Arzneiprivat in Emmerich is part of the Sonnen-Apotheke and consists of a team of 30 employees, who personally take care of the delivery of your order in order to get the highest possible benefit for you. We know most of our customers personally from telephone conversations, and special questions are answered personally by the pharmacy manager. With our trained specialist staff such as a pharmacist for naturopathy and homeopathy and our beautician Linda Oimann, we stand for natural remedies and natural cosmetics from Dr. Hauschka at a good price and suitable advice. If you have any questions or requests, we will be happy to provide you with information and further tips to stimulate your self-healing powers. We offer a wide range of medicines from all leading manufacturers such as DHU, Kattwiga, Spenglersan, Pascoe, Heel, Hevert Wala and of course Weleda. We also offer products from Combustin with changing offers in addition to the favourable permanent price.
Popular products are Hoggar Night sleeping tablets, Schlafsterne and Sab Simplex drops for flatulence and cramps for your baby.Prescription medicines can also be ordered from us with a valid prescription.
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