This information from Lexicomp® explains what you need to know about this medication, including what it’s used for, how to take it, its side effects, and when to call your healthcare provider. Sitavig; Zovirax APO-Acyclovir; TARO-Acyclovir; Zovirax All products: Buccal tablets: This drug may interact with other drugs or health problems. Tell the doctor and pharmacist about all of your child’s drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe to give this drug with all of your child’s other drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug your child takes without checking with the doctor. All products: If your child is pregnant or
breast-feeding a baby: Ointment: If your child is or may be sexually active: All other products:
Cream, ointment:
Buccal tablets:
What are some side effects that I need to call my child’s doctor about right away?WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your child’s doctor or get medical help right away if your child has any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
What are some other side effects of this drug?
Cream, ointment:
Cream:
Buccal tablets:
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your child’s doctor. Call your child’s doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to your national health agency. How is this drug best given?Give this drug as ordered by your child’s doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely. Cream, ointment:
Cream:
Ointment:
Buccal tablets:
What do I do if my child misses a dose?
How do I store and/or throw out this drug?All products:
Buccal tablets:
General drug facts
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What should I monitor with acyclovir?Patients should be monitored for adverse effects such as malaise, inflammation or phlebitis at the infusion site, nausea, vomiting, rash (including Steven-Johnson syndrome), transaminitis, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, abdominal pain, aggression/confusion, agitation, alopecia, anaphylaxis, anemia, angioedema, ...
What should you not do while taking acyclovir?What drugs and food should I avoid while taking Acyclovir (Zovirax)? Avoid brushing your teeth, chewing gum, or wearing an upper denture while you have a buccal tablet in your mouth. You may rinse your mouth gently. Drink plenty of liquids to prevent dry mouth.
When should I take acyclovir for cold sores?Take Valtrex at the first sign of a cold sore. You can take it with or without food. Don't take more than the prescribed number of caplets each day.
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