Herporax Ointment
(ACYCLOVIR)
Introduction to Herporax Ointment
Herporax Ointment is a topical medication designed to help manage and treat various herpes infections. It is particularly effective in reducing the symptoms and speedi... See More

Does Herporax ointment cause hair loss?
Herporax ointment is an antiviral drug used to slow the growth and spread of the herpes virus. Treatment with oral Herporax ointment can lead to hair loss (1). “Drug-induced alopecia (hair loss) usually occurs as a diffuse noncicatricial alopecia (a non-scarring hair loss) that recovers after discontinuation of the drug.

What precautions do I need to take while using Herpavir 5% Cream?
Be careful not to get Herpavir 5% Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Herpavir 5% Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly, to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Herpavir 5% Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Herpavir 5% Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.

What precautions do I need to take while using Herpavir 5% Cream?
Be careful not to get Herpavir 5% Cream into your eyes or mouth. If you happen to get it in your eyes, rinse off with plenty of water immediately and contact your doctor. You must not use Herpavir 5% Cream if you are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Tell your doctor if you notice any allergic reaction while using it for the first time. Inform your doctor if you are taking any medicines regularly, to prevent any allergic reaction with other medicines. Do not cover the area being treated with Herpavir 5% Cream with a bandage, as this may increase absorption of this medicine and increase the side effects. Do not use more than what is recommended to relieve your symptoms faster. Using more than what is advised will only increase the side effects. Let your doctor know if you are planning to conceive. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should use Herpavir 5% Cream only if prescribed by the doctor.