Description

Cymex Ultra Aciclovir 5% Cream is used for the treatment of cold sores. The active ingredient is aciclovir, an antiviral agent. Apply at the first signs of a cold sore (such as tingling and itching). It can also be used to speed up healing if one has already appeared.

Suitable for

All ages.

How to use

Apply at the first signs of a cold sore (such as tingling and itching). Apply liberally to the affected area 5 times a day. Continue treatment for 4 days. If your cold sore hasn’t healed after this time, you can use the cream for up to 10 days in total.

Treat your cold sore for 4 full days to ensure rapid healing.

The amount of cream inside the pack is enough for one cold sore attack. For any future attack, start treatment at the first signs of a cold sore developing (such as tingling or itching). It can also be started during the blister stage.

Do not exceed the stated dose.

Do not use inside your mouth or nose. Do not use in the eyes or genital area.

Hazards and Cautions

Consult your doctor or pharmacist if you have an underlying medical condition, are taking any other medication or complementary therapy, or if symptoms persist.

Seek advice before using if you are breast feeding, pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or suffer from allergies.

Possible side effects

Mild burning or stinging after application, this will quickly go away. Redness, itching or a mild drying or flaking of the skin, skin rashes, hives or weals.

Storage

Store below 25°C.

Use within 6 weeks of opening.

Keep out of the reach and sight of children.

Active Ingredients

Each gram of the cream contains 50mg of aciclovir.