Acyclovir Topical: How Should I Use Acyclovir Topical
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How should I use acyclovir topical?
Use this medication exactly as it was prescribed for you. Do not use the medication in larger amounts, or use it for longer than recommended by your doctor. Follow the directions on your prescription label.
Treatment with acyclovir topical should be started as soon as possible after the first appearance of symptoms (such as tingling, burning, blisters).
Wear a glove or a finger cot or use a cotton swab when applying acyclovir topical to avoid spreading the virus to other body parts and to other people.
Apply enough acyclovir topical to cover the lesion(s) completely. This medication may be applied every 3 hours up to 6 times daily. Acyclovir topical is usually used for 7 days. Follow your doctor's instructions.
 | Use this medication for the entire length of time prescribed by your doctor. Your symptoms may get better before the infection is completely treated. |
Lesions caused by herpes viruses should be kept as clean and dry as possible. Wearing loose clothing may help to prevent irritation of the lesions.
 | Store acyclovir topical at room temperature away from moisture and heat. |
| Last updated: | August 22, 2006 |
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