Generic Zovirax (Acyclovir Cream) - Treatment Of Herpes

Generic zovirax (Acyclovir cream) is an anti viral topical application cream which is used in the effectual treatment of herpes and cold sores. Acyclovir cream belongs to the category of acyclovir monophosphate which is an active ingredient on the herpes. Herpes is a serious skin infection caused by herpes simplex virus. Herpes simplex virus which is also known as human herpes is mainly divided into two, HSV-I which causes cold sores and HSV-II that causes genital herpes. They are watery or fluid filled blisters which are extremely itchy associated with a lot of tingling and burning sensation on the skin. It affects mostly the moist or the mucous membranes such as nose, inside the mouth etc.

During an outbreak the herpes simplex virus enters into the new blood cells which are transported via the neuron’s axon to the skin where the virus replicates its self where the process of shedding occurs and a new sore appears. There are a number of reasons that causes herpes. Sexual contact with infected person, exchange of saliva, kissing or use of infected objects can easily transmit the illness. In genital herpes, the herpes blisters appear on various genital areas. It is considered as a sexually transmitted disease. 1 out of 6 people in the world are affected with genital herpes. Many times genital herpes symptoms go unnoticed. Blisters appear in the genital areas which then break and leave painful sores. The patient also suffers from symptoms of fever, headache and body pain. It is a reality fact that genital herpes exposure has two times maximum risk of contracting HIV AIDS. Hence it is better to identify its symptoms well before it’s too late!

• The acyclovir cream is composed of acyclovir chemical in it which is a key anti viral ingredient in the ointment.
• The acyclovir cream when applied on the affected areas stops the virus of multiplying further and also inhibits its reproduction and replication of the viral DNA.


• The acyclovir is converted into an active enzyme inside the nerve cells which then blocks the activity of the viral DNA.
• This active enzyme then terminates the chain replication of the viral DNA and further reproduction.
• The acyclovir cream controls the further outbreaks of the illness.
• When generic zovirax cream is applied to the genital areas helps to cure the sores and itching caused by the blisters.

• Acyclovir cream must be kept away from children, infants and toddlers.
• Avoid using acyclovir cream if you are allergic to its ingredients or consult your pharmacist before you apply it.
• If you have active genital herpes and you are pregnant then there are maximum risks of herpes passing onto the baby. Though there no evidences of acyclovir passing into the breast milk. Consult your doctor before using generic zovirax.


• If you are taking any anti depressants or any prescription medications then consult your doctor before you start using acyclovir cream.


• Consult your doctor before applying generic zovirax if you are suffering from HIV AIDS or taking medications for HIV AIDS.
• Avoid any kind of sexual contact when you are undergoing treatment with generic zovirax.
• Do not apply this medication in case if you have herpes blisters inside eyes, nose, mouth or vagina; even if the medication gets in flush it off with cold water.


• Do not use any kinds of cosmetics such as lip balms etc unless your doctor allows you to do so.

• Acyclovir cream may cause flaking or burning of the skin.
• cracked or chapped lips.
• tingling and redness on the skin.
• vaginal redness and tenderness.
• stinging sensation.

Wash the affected areas with water and wipe it before applying acyclovir cream. Apply generic zovirax cream at least 4 times a day between regular intervals. Do not cover the sores with bandage.