{"product_id":"aciclovir-5-cream-cold-sores","title":"Aciclovir 5% Cream","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAciclovir 5% Cream is a topical treatment used for cold sores where clinically appropriate. It contains Aciclovir 5%.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitability depends on your symptoms, medical history, current medicines, allergies, previous treatment and pregnancy or breastfeeding considerations where relevant.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible-content__inner\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow to use\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse Aciclovir 5% Cream exactly as directed by your pharmacist, prescriber or the patient information leaflet supplied with the product.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe treatment schedule for cold sores is: Five times daily. Do not change the dose, frequency or duration unless advised by a clinician.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApply a thin layer to the affected area as directed. Wash your hands after application unless the hands are the area being treated, and avoid the eyes, mouth and other mucous membranes unless the product is specifically intended for them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart as early as possible, ideally during tingling or burning or when the first lesion appears. Do not apply inside the mouth or nose or in or near the eyes. It is not recommended for immunocompromised patients without medical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf symptoms of cold sores worsen, do not respond as expected or you develop a serious reaction, stop and seek appropriate clinical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Main Ingredients --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eMain Ingredients\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAciclovir 5% Cream contains Aciclovir 5% as the main active ingredient or treatment component.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe exact formulation, excipients, device components or inactive ingredients can vary by manufacturer and pack supplied.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlways check the patient information leaflet or product instructions supplied with your specific pack, particularly if you have known allergies or intolerances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c!-- Side Effects \u0026 Cautions --\u003e\n\u003cdetails open=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eSide Effects \u0026amp; Cautions\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collapsible__content accordion__content rte\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCommon effects include headache, nausea, diarrhoea and abdominal discomfort. Dose review and good hydration are particularly important when kidney function is reduced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStart as early as possible, ideally during tingling or burning or when the first lesion appears. Do not apply inside the mouth or nose or in or near the eyes. It is not recommended for immunocompromised patients without medical advice.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEye pain, a red eye, light sensitivity, blurred vision, lesions very close to the eye, severe widespread infection or significant immune suppression require prompt medical assessment rather than routine online treatment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStop treatment and seek urgent medical help for difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or tongue, collapse or another severe allergic reaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUse only as directed on the pack or by the pharmacist, and seek clinical review if symptoms are severe, recurrent, atypical or not improving as expected.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Pharmacy Only","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53440229802320,"sku":null,"price":17.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0941\/8106\/5040\/files\/acicilovir.png?v=1787566038","url":"https:\/\/i-prescribe.co.uk\/products\/aciclovir-5-cream-cold-sores","provider":"I Prescribe","version":"1.0","type":"link"}