AntiInfectiveMeds
Since 2010
| Quantity | Price per tube | You save | Total price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | A$55.48 | - | A$110.96 | |
| 3 | A$46.61 | A$26.60 | A$139.84 | |
| 4 | A$41.42 | A$56.24 | A$165.68 | |
| 5 | A$39.52 | A$79.80 | A$197.60 | |
| 6 | A$37.24 | A$109.44 | A$223.44 | |
| 7 | A$35.83 | A$137.56 | A$250.80 | |
| 8 | A$34.77 | A$165.68 | A$278.16 | |
| 9 | A$34.12 | A$192.28 | A$307.04 | |
| 10 | A$33.14 | A$223.44 | A$331.36 |
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| Delivery Method | Estimated delivery |
|---|---|
| Express Free for orders over A$456.00 | Estimated delivery to Australia: 4-7 days |
| Standard Free for orders over A$304.00 | Estimated delivery to Australia: 14-21 days |
Zovirax cream contains aciclovir and is used to treat recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) when applied early in an outbreak.
| Condition | Can Zovirax (aciclovir) cream be used? | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Cold sores on the lips or face (recurrent herpes labialis) | Yes (on-label) | Start early, at the tingling or itching stage, or when lesions appear. |
| Genital herpes | No | Zovirax cream is not intended for use on the genitals. Genital herpes is usually treated with prescription oral antivirals based on a clinician's advice. |
If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, talk to your healthcare provider before using this medicine.
This product contains propylene glycol and cetostearyl alcohol, which may cause local skin reactions such as stinging or burning. If you know you are sensitive to these substances, ask a healthcare professional before use.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| How much should I apply? | Apply a thin layer, using enough to fully cover the affected area. |
| When should I start? | As early as possible, at the first sign of an outbreak (tingling or itching) or when lesions appear. |
| How often? | 5 times a day. |
| How long? | 4 days. If it has not healed, you may continue for up to 10 days. See a healthcare provider if symptoms continue beyond that. |
| How quickly does it work? | It may shorten the episode if started early, but it is not a cure and results vary from person to person. |
If you miss a dose, apply it as soon as you remember. If it is nearly time for the next application, skip the missed dose and continue with your usual schedule.
If you apply too much, overdose from skin use is unlikely. If irritation occurs, gently wash the area and speak to a healthcare provider.
| Feature | Zovirax (aciclovir) Cream 5% | Aciclovir Ointment 5% |
|---|---|---|
| Main on-label use | Recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) on the lips or face (≥12 years) | Initial genital herpes; limited mucocutaneous HSV in immunocompromised patients (prescription use) |
| Where to apply | Outside of the lips or face only; not in the eyes, mouth or nose | For skin use only; not in the eye (genital use may be prescribed for initial genital herpes as per the label) |
| Typical dosing | 5 times a day for 4 days (up to 10 days if needed) | Every 3 hours, 6 times a day for 7 days |
Rarely, severe allergic reactions can happen, such as swelling of the face, lips or throat, trouble breathing, or allergic skin reactions such as contact dermatitis or eczema. Stop using the cream and seek medical advice if this happens.
The active ingredient is aciclovir 5% w/w (50 mg per gram of cream).
The other ingredients are cetostearyl alcohol, mineral oil, poloxamer 407, propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate, water and white petrolatum.
Zovirax cream is a smooth white to off-white cream. Packaging may vary by market; in Australia, Zovirax Cream may be supplied in 5 g tubes.
Cold sores are small, fluid-filled blisters that usually appear on or around the lips and are caused by HSV. To help reduce spread during an outbreak:
I'm in Bunbury. Can I enter my postcode before paying to see whether Zovirax cream can be delivered to my address?
Yes. Enter your Bunbury delivery address and postcode at checkout to check whether delivery can be offered before you complete payment.
I live in Mount Isa, well outside a capital city. How can I find out whether you can deliver this cream to me?
Please enter your Mount Isa address and postcode at checkout. Delivery availability is confirmed there, so we cannot promise coverage for a remote address in advance.
If I order the cream again later, will it definitely be from the same manufacturer as my first tube?
Not necessarily. Supply can vary, so check the manufacturer, active ingredient, 5% strength, cream dosage form, lot number and expiry date on each received pack before use.
My parcel arrived in Melbourne after a very hot day. What should I check before using the cream?
Check that the tube is closed, intact and not leaking, and that the cream has not changed in colour, texture or smell. The labelled storage range permits 15°C to 30°C, but if the heat exposure or product condition is uncertain, do not use it until it has been checked.
I take regular medicines for blood pressure and hay fever. Is there a known interaction with aciclovir cream?
Clinically significant interactions are not expected with topical aciclovir because very little is absorbed into the bloodstream. Tell a pharmacist about all medicines you use if you have concerns or are also using other treatments on the same area of skin.
| Active ingredient | Aciclovir |
|---|---|
| Drug class | Antiviral |
| Dosage form | Cream |
| Available strengths | 5% |
| Route | Topical |
| Storage | Store at 25°C; excursions permitted to 15°C - 30°C. Keep the tube tightly closed and do not freeze. |
| ATC code | D06BB03 |
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Carefully packed.
The aciclovir cream looked different from the pharmacy brand, but the active ingredient matched.
The inner packaging stayed secure and the medicine arrived undamaged after travelling some distance.
No problems at all.
Easy order process.
