Penciclovir

Penciclovir cream is licensed for the treatment of herpes labialis, a viral infection. These creams should not be used in the mouth.

Brands

Adult Dose

Neonatal

Paedriatic

Characteristics

Contraindications

Penciclovir is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity to any component of product.

Effects

The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Penciclovir are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Pruritus, Pain, Burning, Allergic skin reactions, Numbness & painful extremities, Transient stinging.

Indications

Penciclovir is primarily indicated in conditions like Second trimester abortion.

Interactions

No data regarding the interactions of Penciclovir was found.

Interfrence

Risks

Drug should not be given to Paediatrics.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.

Storage

Warnings

Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes. should only be used on herpes labialis on the lips and face. Because no data are available, application to human mucous membranes is not recommended. Particular care should be taken to avoid application in or near the eyes since it may cause irritation.

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