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Acyclovir (Zovirax)

Capsules, Tablets, Suspension

Zovirax Capsules, Tablets, and Suspension are formulations for oral administration. Each capsule contains 200 mg of acyclovir and the inactive ingredients corn starch, lactose, magnesium stearate, and sodium lauryl sulfate. The capsule shell consists of gelatin, FD&C Blue No.2, and titanium dioxide. May contain one or more parabens. Printed with edible black ink.

Each 800 mg tablet of Zovirax contains 800 mg of acyclovir and the inactive ingredients FD&C Blue No.2, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, and sodium starch glycolate.

Each 400 mg tablet of Zovirax contains 400 mg of acyclovir and the inactive ingredients magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, and sodium starch glycolate.

Each teaspoonful (5 ml) of Zovirax Suspension contains 200 mg of acyclovir and the inactive ingredients methylparaben 0.1% and propylparaben 0.02% (added as a preservative), carbomethylcellulose sodium, flavor, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, and sorbitol.

Acyclovir capsules and suspension are indicated for the treatment of initial episodes and the management of recurrent episodes of genital herpes in certain patients.

Acyclovir is used for the treatment of genital herpes, varicella-zoster (shingles) and chickenpox. It is not a cure. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or nursing. Inform your physician if you have kidney disease. Drink six to eight glasses of water each day while receiving an intravenous infusion of acyclovir or while taking the oral form of acyclovir. Acyclovir may be taken with or without food. Do not use the topical ointment in the eyes. Shake the suspension well before each use.

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