SURVEYOR Health - Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Zovirax

Drug Interactions and Side Effects of Zovirax

Zovirax has 48 Side Effects total
30 are Life Threatening
1 Occur Most Frequently

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Uses of Zovirax

Zovirax is also known by the generic name Acyclovir

USES:
Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses. It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox.

This medication is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of future episodes.

Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. However, it is not a cure for these infections. The viruses that cause these infections continue to live in the body even between outbreaks. Acyclovir decreases the severity and length of these outbreaks. It helps the sores heal faster, keeps new sores from forming, and decreases pain/itching. This medication may also help reduce how long pain remains after the sores heal. In addition, in people with a weakened immune system, acyclovir can decrease the risk of the virus spreading to other parts of the body and causing serious infections.

Zovirax has 30 Life Threatening (Critical) Side Effects

Critical Seriousness - Abnormal Liver Function Tests - Abnormal Hepatic Function Tests is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Aggressive Behavior is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Anemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Any Disorder of the Brain - Encephalopathy is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Bloody Urine - Hematuria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Coma is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Confused - Impaired Cognition is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Decreased Blood Platelets - Thrombocytopenic Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Decreased White Blood Cells - Leukopenia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Delirium is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Difficulty Speaking - Dysarthria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Erythema Multiforme is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Fever is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Fluid Retention in the Legs, Feet, Arms or Hands - Peripheral Edema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Giant Hives - Angioedema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Hallucination - Hallucinations is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Hepatitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - High Amount of Bilirubin in the Blood - Hyperbilirubinemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Hives - Urticaria is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Itching - Pruritus of Skin is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Kidney Failure - Renal Failure is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Life Threatening Allergic Reaction - Anaphylaxis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Mental Disorder with Loss of Normal Personality & Reality - Psychotic Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Problems with Eyesight - Visual Changes is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Rash - Skin Rash is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Seizures - Seizure Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Swollen Lymph Nodes - Lymphadenopathy is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

Critical Seriousness - Yellowing of Skin or Eyes from Liver Problems - Jaundice is a Life Threatening Side Effect of Zovirax

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Zovirax has 1 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects

Not Feeling Well - Malaise is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of Zovirax Click for a searchable interactive map of all Side Effects associated with Zovirax

Zovirax Drug-Drug Interactions

Zovirax has interactions of severe seriousness with 0 drug(s): Zovirax has interactions of serious seriousness with 4 drug(s). Zovirax has interactions of moderate seriousness with 0 drug(s). Zovirax has interactions of unknown seriousness with 0 drug(s).

Zovirax has 2 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Zovirax. Zovirax Oral Contraindications (grouped by decreasing seriouosness level) Relative Contraindications Dehydration - Extreme Loss of Body Water is a contraindication of Zovirax. Renal Disease - Kidney Disease is a contraindication of Zovirax.

Zovirax has 12 related brands and strengths:

Acyclovir 200 Mg Cap Acyclovir 200 Mg/5 Ml Oral Susp Acyclovir 400 Mg Tab Acyclovir 5 % Ointment Acyclovir 5 % Topical Cream Acyclovir 800 Mg Tab Zovirax 200 Mg Cap Zovirax 200 Mg/5 Ml Oral Susp Zovirax 400 Mg Tab Zovirax 5 % Ointment Zovirax 5 % Topical Cream Zovirax 800 Mg Tab

Zovirax - Symptoms of overdose may include
change in the amount of urine, extreme tiredness, agitation, loss of consciousness, seizures.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.