This is used for treating Cold sores (herpes simplex virus).
Penciclovir is an antiviral medicine which is used to treat certain viral infections. It acts by preventing the production of viral genetic material (DNA), which is required for the reproduction and survival of the virus. Penciclovir itself does not kill the virus, but by stopping it from reproducing, the virus is present in lower numbers. The lower numbers mean that the body's immune system can more easily overcome the virus. Penciclovir is most commonly used to treat herpes simplex viral infections. This preparation should only be used to treat herpes simplex infections of the lips, a condition which is commonly known as a cold sore. Treatment should be started as early as possible after the first sign of an infection (tingling sensation) and continued for 4 days.
Avoid contact of this medicine with the eyes and the moist membranes lining the inside of certain parts of the body, eg mouth, nasal passages (mucous membranes). Rinse with cold water if accidental contact occurs.Children under 16 years of age should not use this medicine.
This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.
If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.
Penciclovir is an antiviral medicine which is used to treat certain viral infections. It acts by preventing the production of viral genetic material (DNA), which is required for the reproduction and survival of the virus. Penciclovir itself does not kill the virus, but by stopping it from reproducing, the virus is present in lower numbers. The lower numbers mean that the body's immune system can more easily overcome the virus. Penciclovir is most commonly used to treat herpes simplex viral infections. This preparation should only be used to treat herpes simplex infections of the lips, a condition which is commonly known as a cold sore. Treatment should be started as early as possible after the first sign of an infection (tingling sensation) and continued for 4 days.
Ingredients
PenciclovirWarnings
People whose immune systems have a decreased ability to fight infection and disease, eg due to diseases such as leukaemia, lymphoma, HIV infection or immunodeficiency syndromesThis preparation is for external use only.Avoid contact of this medicine with the eyes and the moist membranes lining the inside of certain parts of the body, eg mouth, nasal passages (mucous membranes). Rinse with cold water if accidental contact occurs.Children under 16 years of age should not use this medicine.
This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.
If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.