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Herpesafe Cream is a prescription drug, available for use as Cream. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Herpes, Shingles, Cold Sores. The alternative uses of Herpesafe Cream have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Herpesafe Cream depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Some other side effects of Herpesafe Cream have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Herpesafe Cream go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Herpesafe Cream's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Mild while nursing. Further, the section on Herpesafe Cream related warnings talks about Herpesafe Cream's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Herpesafe Cream is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Kidney Disease as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Herpesafe Cream are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Herpesafe Cream may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Herpesafe Cream is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Herpesafe Cream is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| Geriatric |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Herpesafe Cream is used -
Moderate
Mild
Unknown
Is the use of Herpesafe Cream safe for pregnant women?
Herpesafe is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Herpesafe Cream safe during breastfeeding?
Breastfeeding women can take Herpesafe as it bears very minor side effects for them.
What is the effect of Herpesafe Cream on the Kidneys?
Herpesafe rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Herpesafe Cream on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Herpesafe on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Herpesafe Cream on the Heart?
Side effects of Herpesafe rarely affect the heart.
Herpesafe Cream should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Herpesafe Cream unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Herpesafe Cream habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Herpesafe Cream is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Herpesafe Cream will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Herpesafe Cream is safe as it does not bear any side effects.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Herpesafe Cream for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Herpesafe Cream
Taking Herpesafe Cream with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Herpesafe Cream
Side effects of drinking alcohol and taking Herpesafe Cream at the same time are rare and minor. However, if you face any side effects, talk to your doctor immediately.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
7 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 798-800
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zovirax® (acyclovir)
