HERPERAX OINTMENT contains Acyclovir, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antivirals. It is used for the management of cold sores associated with the Herpes simplex virus in immunodeficiency adults and adolescents over 12 years of age. It can also be used to speed up the healing of sores and shorten the duration of pain.

A cold sore is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus most often around the mouth. Symptoms include tiny, fluid-filled lesions called cold sores, sore lips, ulcers, blisters or rashes on the skin.

Before applying HERPERAX OINTMENT inform your doctor if you have low immunity, cold sores in your mouth or frequent episodes of cold sores greater than 4 times a year. HERPERAX OINTMENT is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women unless it is considered clearly necessary. HERPERAX OINTMENT is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk.

The most common side effects after applying HERPERAX OINTMENT are rash, itchy skin, weal, mild drying or flaking of the skin and dry lips. Contact your doctor if your symptom gets worse or persists.