Zoviduo
Zoviduo cream treats cold sores on your lips by fighting the virus and reducing swelling and pain.
Form
emulsiovoide
Strength
50 mg/g + 10 mg/g
Active Ingredient
Aciclovir
Manufacturer
Haleon Denmark ApS
How to Use
Dosage
Apply 5 times a day.
Method
Apply the cream to the affected area every 3-4 hours while awake, for 5 days. Start treatment as soon as you feel a tingle or see redness.
Important
Do not use for more than 5 days.
Possible Side Effects
COMMON
- •Dry or flaky skin
RARE
- •Temporary burning, tingling, or stinging right after applying the cream
- •Itching
- •Skin redness
- •Changes in skin color
- •Local rash or skin irritation with itching and burning where the cream was applied
- •Blurred vision
- •Swelling of face, tongue, or throat, making it hard to swallow or breathe (severe allergic reaction)
- •Hives (severe allergic reaction)
Important Warnings
- Only use Zoviduo cream for cold sores on or near your lips.
- Do not use it inside your eyes, mouth, nose, or on genitals.
- Do not use Zoviduo to treat genital herpes or other skin infections besides cold sores.
- If your immune system is weak (e.g., due to HIV or a bone marrow transplant), talk to your doctor before using.
- Do not use with bandages, plasters, or cold sore patches.
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- Wash your hands before and after applying the cream to prevent spreading the infection.
- If you experience blurred vision or other eye problems, contact your doctor.
- Do not use this medicine for children under 12 years old.
- Avoid applying the cream right before eating or drinking, as it might get into your mouth.
- If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before using this medicine.
- If your symptoms persist for 5 days after stopping treatment, consult your doctor.
Use in Elderly Patients
Category A
Topical treatment: Suitable for older adults. (updated 11.9.2023)