|
|
USES: This medication is used for reoccurring herpes (cold sores or fever blisters) in adults.
|
|
| Overview |
Photos |
How To Use |
Side Effects |
Precautions |
Missed Dose |
Drug Interactions |
|
Denavir
Uses
This medication is used for reoccurring herpes (cold sores or fever blisters) in adults.
Notes
- This medication is not to be shared with others.
Storage
- Store at or below 86 degrees F (30 degrees C) away from sunlight and moisture.
- Do not freeze.
Photos
How To Use
- HOW TO USE THIS MEDICATION: Use as directed, applying a thin layer to the affected area.
- Use at the first sign of tingling or swelling in the affected area.
Side Effects
- At the site of application, mild redness, irritation, rash, or mild numbness may occur.
- If these continue or are bothersome, notify your doctor.
- If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.
Precautions
- Before using this drug, tell your doctor if you have any allergies.
- This medication should only be used on sores of the lips and face.
- Avoid use in or near the eyes, as irritation may occur.
- Tell your doctor if you are pregnant before using this medication.
- It is not known whether penciclovir is excreted into human milk after applying it to the skin.
- Before breast-feeding, discuss with your doctor.
Missed Dose
- If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
- If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
- Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
Drug Interactions
- Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may take.
- Do not start or stop any medicine without doctor or pharmacist approval.
|
| User Medicine Opinions for Denavir |
| |
|
|
CONDITIONS OF USE: The information in this database is intended to supplement, not substitute for, the expertise and judgement of healthcare professionals. The information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions or adverse effects, nor should it be construed to indicate that use of a particular drug is safe, appropriate or effective for you or anyone else. A healthcare professional should be consulted before taking any drug, changing any diet or commencing or discontinuing any course of treatment.
|