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Can Zovirax Be Used For Mild Genital Herpes?
Question: Can you prescribe Zovirax for mild genital herpes? Or something effective other than this drug?
Brief Answer:
Yes, zovirax can be used
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for posting in the HCM.
You can take Tab Zovirax (Acyclovir) 200 mg 5 times daily for 10 days.
However, genital herpes should be clinically confirmed prior to that. For that, you need to consult your local dermatologist since it is a prescribed medication.
If you are sexually active, your partner should be examined.
You may also apply calamine lotion locally if itching is present.
Please maintain good local hygiene and avoid intercourse for the time being.
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Regards
Dr Kaushik Sarkar
Yes, zovirax can be used
Detailed Answer:
Hi, thanks for posting in the HCM.
You can take Tab Zovirax (Acyclovir) 200 mg 5 times daily for 10 days.
However, genital herpes should be clinically confirmed prior to that. For that, you need to consult your local dermatologist since it is a prescribed medication.
If you are sexually active, your partner should be examined.
You may also apply calamine lotion locally if itching is present.
Please maintain good local hygiene and avoid intercourse for the time being.
If you find this answer helpful, please close the thread and rate my answer.
Regards
Dr Kaushik Sarkar
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