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Acyclovir is an antiviral used to treat shingles, chickenpox,
or genital herpes. Acyclovir may also be used to treat
other conditions. |
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Inform your doctor or pharmacist of all prescription and over-the-counter
medicine that you are taking. Inform your doctor of any other
medical conditions such as, allergies, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. |
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Follow the directions for using Acyclovir provided by
your doctor. Take Acyclovir medicine with food or milk
if it upsets your stomach. Store this medicine at room temperature,
away from light and moisture. To clean up your infection completely,
continue taking Acyclovir for the full course of treatment
even if you feel better in a few days. Do not miss any doses.
If you miss a dose of Acyclovir, take it as soon as possible.
If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose
and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take 2 doses
at once. |
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If your symptoms do not improve within a few days or if they
become worse, check with your doctor. If you are using Acyclovir
for genital herpes, begin using it as soon as you notice symptoms
(pain, burning, blisters) of an infection. Use a condom during
sexual intercourse. If you plan on becoming pregnant, discuss
with your doctor the benefits and risks of using Acyclovir
during pregnancy. If you are or may be pregnant, check with
your doctor for instructions on using this medicine during pregnancy.
Before you begin taking any new medicine, either prescription
or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or pharmacist. Acyclovir
is excreted in breast milk. If you are or will be breast-feeding
while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor or
pharmacist to discuss the risks to your baby. |
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Side effects, that may go away during treatment, include nausea,
vomiting, diarrhea, or headache. If they continue or are bothersome,
check with your doctor. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist. |
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Drug interactions can result in unwanted side effects or prevent
a medicine from doing its job. |
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If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control
center or emergency room immediately.
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