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Antacid Regular Strength

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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions

Acyclovir Ointment 5% is intended for cutaneous use only and should not be used in the eye.

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Uses

Acyclovir Ointment 5% is indicated in the management of initial genital herpes and in limited non-life-threatening mucocutaneous Herpes simplex virus infections in immunocompromised patients.

History

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Other Information

Acyclovir is a synthetic nucleoside analogue active against herpes viruses. Acyclovir Ointment 5% is a formulation for topical administration. Each gram of Acyclovir Ointment 5% contains 50 mg of acyclovir in a polyethylene glycol (PEG) base.

Acyclovir is a white, crystalline powder with the molecular formula C8H11N5O3 and a molecular weight of 225. The maximum solubility in water at 37°C is 2.5 mg/mL. The pka’s of acyclovir are 2.27 and 9.25.

The chemical name of acyclovir is 2-amino-1,9-dihydro-9-[(2-hydroxyethoxy)methyl]-6H-purin-6-one; it has the following structural formula:

Acyclovir Chemical Structure

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Kroger Company
No Recall
Antacid Regular Strength | Oceanside Pharmaceuticals
Apply sufficient quantity to adequately cover all lesions every 3 hours, 6 times per day for 7 days. The dose size per application will vary depending upon the total lesion area but should approximate a one-half inch ribbon of ointment per 4 square inches of surface area. A finger cot or rubber glove should be used when applying Acyclovir to prevent autoinoculation of other body sites and transmission of infection to other persons. Therapy should be initiated as early as possible following onset of signs and symptoms.
Cvs Pharmacy
No Recall
Antacid Regular Strength | Cvs Pharmacy
• shake well • adults and children 12 years and older: take 2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20 mL) between meals, at bedtime, or as directed by a doctor • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
Western Family Foods Inc
No Recall
Antacid Regular Strength | Western Family Foods Inc
• shake well before using • adults and children 12 years and older: take 2 to 4 teaspoonsful (10-20 mL) four times a day or as directed by a physician • do not take more than 16 teaspoonsful in 24 hours or use the maximum dosage for more than 2 weeks • children under 12 years: consult a physician
Western Family Foods Inc
No Recall
Antacid Regular Strength | Western Family Foods Inc
• shake well • adults and children 12 years and older: take 2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20 mL) between meals, at bedtime, or as directed by a doctor • children under 12 years: ask a doctor
H E B
No Recall
Antacid Regular Strength | H E B
• shake well • adults and children 12 years and older: take 2-4 teaspoonfuls (10-20 mL) between meals, at bedtime, or as directed by a doctor • children under 12 years: ask a doctor