Zovirax An ointment is an antiviral drug that designed for outdoor use. The tool is a homogeneous white mass of soft consistency without foreign particles, having a characteristic odor. Zovirax – это эффективный immunostimulant used externally for the treatment of infections, caused by numerous viruses.
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Форма выпуска и состав мази Zovirax
The international name of the drug: ZOVIRAX. It is released in different dosage forms: in the form of ointment (cream), solution for infusions, tablets, 3% eye ointment. Мазь Zovirax или крем, как ее also called, in a concentration of 5% is produced in two-gram plastic bottles with dispenser, as well as aluminum tubes for 2.5 and 10 grams. Each bottle or tube is packed in cartons. with enclosed annotations on the use of the drug.
The main active ingredient of the drug is acyclovir. it antiviral substance effective against herpes viruses and chicken pox. Auxiliary components in the composition of the ointment:
- dimethicone;
- sodium lauryl sulfate;
- liquid paraffin;
- propylene glycol;
- macrogol stearate;
- glycerol monostearate;
- Poloxamer 407;
- cetostearyl alcohol;
- purified water.
pharmachologic effect
Согласно инструкции по применению, мазь Zovirax местного applications active against Varicella zoster and Herpes viruses simplex 1 and 2 types. Acyclovir after entering infected body cells acts as a substrate for DNA polymerase, preventing viral cell synthesis without affecting the host cell. Thymidine kinase infected cells contributes to the transformation acyclovir to nucleoside analogue acyclovir monophosphate, which, transformed to triphosphate and interrupts further DNA replication virus. Acyclovir is excreted from the body along with urine.
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What helps ointment: indications for use
Мазь Zovirax применяется для лечения слизистых оболочек и кожи, who are infected with the herpes virus or shingles (Varicella zoster). The drug is widely used in ophthalmology: мазь от герпеса Zovirax для глаз используется при симптомах herpes keratitis. Doctors prescribe to use the drug for systemic or topical use for the treatment of the following diseases:
- Herpes infection in newborns.
- Recurrences of genital herpes.
- Prevention of cytomegalovirus infection during transplantation bone marrow.
- Eye barley.
- Herpetic conjunctivitis.
- Corneal keratosis.
TOак использовать Zovirax: инструкция
The method of application of the ointment in various pathologies is different. TO примеру, применение Zovirax мази для глаз требует помещения drug in the conjunctival sac up to five times a day. Dose medication makes a strip of ointment about 10 mm long. TOурс лечения prescribed by a doctor, but the average duration of therapy is 5-7 days If the problem is resolved earlier, the use of the drug can stop. A single dose of medication should not exceed 800 mg. Терапия Zoviraxом должна проходить с интервалом 6 months.
For acne
With использовании Zovirax мази от прыщей средство наносят на cleared area of face or body antiseptic or cleansing lotion. It is considered optimal if smear acne on the night, then in the morning there is the most powerful effect of the drug. Apply the cream for acne should until their complete disappearance.
Zovarix from herpes
Herpes on the lip is a contagious disease that is characterized by painful rash on upper or lower lip. With severe cases blistering rashes can completely cover the lips, and during the healing period they will form a larger ulcer with crusted. Zovirax от герпеса на губах применяется сразу, как только started the first tingling and burning sensation on the skin, not waiting rashes of colds. If the onset of the aggravation you missed, then start applying ointment every 4 hours, then herpes manifestations will pass in 2-3 days.
Contraindications and side effects
Reviews of experts assure that, subject to the shelf life, storage conditions and use of the drug according to the instructions, ointment Zovirax практически не имеет побочных реакций, а случаев overdose was not observed. Rarely are allergic manifestations. when applying eye ointment in the form of angioedema, blepharitis, conjunctivitis. Sometimes patients have superficial keratopathy that passes quickly on their own.
Withменение крема редко дает такие кожные реакции, как зуд, сыпь, skin irritation or the development of contact dermatitis. Zovirax contraindicated in patients with increased sensitivity to components of the drug, renal failure, neurological violations. If such symptoms are observed, then the patient with herpes infection doctor must prescribe an alternative drug.
Can I use during pregnancy and children? < / h2>
Использовать Zovirax при беременности и во время грудного вскармливания (лактации) для лечения глазного, губного или генитального герпеса Doctors resolve with caution. Numerous clinical studies have confirmed that the absorption of funds into the blood (systemic circulation) is minimal and does not bear the risk for the development of the fetus and the newborn child. For children, the drug is approved at birth for the treatment of herpetic eruptions of different etiologies. Research data suggests that you can use the medicine until the child is fully cured.
Special instructions < / h2>
During therapy, Zovirax eye ointment is not recommended to wear contact lenses. When applying the drug to the eyes at the site of application, a brief burning sensation may occur, which quickly passes. Ointment Zovirax, not intended for ophthalmic use, should be used only on the face or lips, avoiding contact with mucous membranes. Drug interactions with other medicines are not described.
What is better than Zovirax or Acyclovir? < / h2>
Both of these drugs are analogues of each other, and their action is aimed at the treatment of viral herpes infections. The only difference is that the price of domestic Acyclovir is 2-3 times lower than in English, Canadian or Polish Zovirax. Domestic antiviral drug neither in composition nor in pharmacological properties is not inferior to the foreign counterpart. < P>
Price < / h2>
How much does Zovirax ointment cost? In pharmacies in Russia, the price of the drug depends on the dosage, manufacturer and distance of the region. Moscow offers a cream of domestic production at a price of 180 to 250 rubles for 5 grams. Ointment for the eye of the production of Canada will cost 250-300 rubles per tube 4.5 grams. In Ukraine, similar drugs will cost the following cost: an ointment of Russian production 5 g 54 hryvnia, a Canadian preparation for the eyes 4.5 g – 80 UAH.
Cheap analogues of Zovirax ointment < / h2>
- Vivorax. Cheap replacement Zovirax with the active substance acyclovir. Antiviral agent prescribed for herpes simplex, genital (recurrent and primary), shingles. < / Li>
- Gerperax. Antiviral drug with a similar therapeutic effect. Used for external use in infections of the skin, as part of complex therapy with reduced immunity, for local use in a variety of eye lesions caused by the herpes virus. < / Li>
- Atsigerpin. Synthetic thymidine nucleoside analogue with the active active component acyclovir. Indications are exactly the same as in Zovirax: ointment is prescribed for herpetic keratitis, localized herpes, herpes mucous membranes or skin. < / li> < / ol> |
Reviews < / h2>
Eugene, 33 years < / strong> : Zovirax bought cream for acne (the pharmacist advised). I was surprised how quickly the drug helped get rid of large, bright red, and most importantly, acne on the face, which arose after a cold. Before applying, I cleaned my face with antibacterial wipes and applied the remedy to the entire affected area overnight. After 3 days, the problem disappeared.
Marina, 25 years old < / strong> : Zovirax, a good antiviral drug, quickly got rid of cold sores on my lips, the first stage of which I missed. Nasty bubbles smeared 4 times a day, and a week later there was no trace of them left. My lips did not swell during the treatment – I looked quite decent in public. By minus the drug I want to attribute its high price. Why pay more if there are inexpensive absolute analogs according to the description? < P>
Reviews < / h2>
Eugene, 33 years < / strong> : Zovirax bought cream for acne (the pharmacist advised). I was surprised how quickly the drug helped get rid of large, bright red, and most importantly, acne on the face, which arose after a cold. Before applying, I cleaned my face with antibacterial wipes and applied the remedy to the entire affected area overnight. After 3 days, the problem disappeared.
Marina, 25 years old < / strong> : Zovirax, a good antiviral drug, quickly got rid of cold sores on my lips, the first stage of which I missed. Nasty bubbles smeared 4 times a day, and a week later there was no trace of them left. My lips did not swell during the treatment – I looked quite decent in public. By minus the drug I want to attribute its high price. Why pay more if there are inexpensive absolute analogs according to the description? < P>
