Penciclovir
Generic medicine reference
Not yet clinically reviewed
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Overview
Penciclovir topical (for the skin) is an antiviral medication that is used to treat cold sores on the lips that are caused by the herpes simplex virus. penciclovir topical is for adults and children who are at least 12 years old.
Penciclovir topical is not a cure for cold sores and you may continue to have them in the future.
Penciclovir topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Indications
Penciclovir topical (for the skin) is an antiviral medication that is used to treat cold sores on the lips that are caused by the herpes simplex virus. penciclovir topical is for adults and children who are at least 12 years old.
Penciclovir topical is not a cure for cold sores and you may continue to have them in the future.
Penciclovir topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Contraindications
You should not use penciclovir topical if you are allergic to it.
Since penciclovir topical is not absorbed into the body, using penciclovir topical is not expected to be harmful if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.
Penciclovir topical is not approved for use by anyone younger than 12 years old.
Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have severe skin redness, itching , rash , or pain after applying this medicine.
Common side effects of penciclovir topical may include:
numbness or tingling where the medicine was applied; headache ; or changes in your sense of taste.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Warnings
Do not apply penciclovir topical to the inside of the nose or in or near the eyes.
High Risk Groups
Do not apply penciclovir topical to the inside of the nose or in or near the eyes.
Adult Dosage
Topical (Apply to the affected area of the skin every two hours, while awake, for four days.) —
Child Dosage
No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Neonatal Dosage
No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Drug Interactions
Medicine used on the skin is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products .
Storage
No storage information is recorded for this medicine yet.
Available Brands in Pakistan
No brands are recorded for this generic.