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Side Effects & Adverse Reactions

ZOVIRAX Capsules, Tablets, and Suspension are intended for oral ingestion only. Renal failure, in some cases resulting in death, has been observed with acyclovir therapy (see ADVERSE REACTIONS: Observed During Clinical Practice and OVERDOSAGE). Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura/hemolytic uremic syndrome (TTP/HUS), which has resulted in death, has occurred in immunocompromised patients receiving acyclovir therapy.

FDA Safety Alerts

There are currently no FDA safety alerts available for this drug.

Manufacturer Warnings

There is currently no manufacturer warning information available for this drug.

FDA Labeling Changes

There are currently no FDA labeling changes available for this drug.

Uses

ZOVIRAX is indicated for the acute treatment of herpes zoster (shingles).

ZOVIRAX is indicated for the treatment of initial episodes and the management of recurrent episodes of genital herpes.

ZOVIRAX is indicated for the treatment of chickenpox (varicella).

History

There is currently no drug history available for this drug.

Other Information

ZOVIRAX is the brand name for acyclovir, a synthetic nucleoside analogue active against herpesviruses. ZOVIRAX Capsules, Tablets, and Suspension are formulations for oral administration. Each capsule of ZOVIRAX contains 200 mg of acyclovir and the inactive ingredients corn starch, lactose, magnesium stearate, and sodium lauryl sulfate. The capsule shell consists of gelatin, FD&C Blue No. 2, and titanium dioxide. May contain one or more parabens. Printed with edible black ink.

Each 800-mg tablet of ZOVIRAX contains 800 mg of acyclovir and the inactive ingredients FD&C Blue No. 2, magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, and sodium starch glycolate.

Each 400-mg tablet of ZOVIRAX contains 400 mg of acyclovir and the inactive ingredients magnesium stearate, microcrystalline cellulose, povidone, and sodium starch glycolate.

Each teaspoonful (5 mL) of ZOVIRAX Suspension contains 200 mg of acyclovir and the inactive ingredients methylparaben 0.1% and propylparaben 0.02% (added as preservatives), carboxymethylcellulose sodium, flavor, glycerin, microcrystalline cellulose, and sorbitol.

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:

MM1

Zovirax Manufacturers

  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Zovirax | Remedyrepack Inc.
    No Recall

    Zovirax | Remedyrepack Inc.

    Zovirax | Remedyrepack Inc.

    800 mg every 4 hours orally, 5 times daily for 7 to 10 days.

     

    Treatment of Initial Genital Herpes: 200 mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 10 days.

    Chronic Suppressive Therapy for Recurrent Disease: 400 mg 2 times daily for up to 12 months, followed by re-evaluation. Alternative regimens have included doses ranging from 200 mg 3 times daily to 200 mg 5 times daily.

    The frequency and severity of episodes of untreated genital herpes may change over time. After 1 year of therapy, the frequency and severity of the patient’s genital herpes infection should be re-evaluated to assess the need for continuation of therapy with ZOVIRAX.

    Intermittent Therapy: 200 mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 5 days. Therapy should be initiated at the earliest sign or symptom (prodrome) of recurrence.

     

    Children (2 years of age and older): 20 mg/kg per dose orally 4 times daily (80 mg/kg/day) for 5 days. Children over 40 kg should receive the adult dose for chickenpox.

    Adults and Children over 40 kg: 800 mg 4 times daily for 5 days.

    Intravenous ZOVIRAX is indicated for the treatment of varicella-zoster infections in immunocompromised patients.

    When therapy is indicated, it should be initiated at the earliest sign or symptom of chickenpox. There is no information about the efficacy of therapy initiated more than 24 hours after onset of signs and symptoms.

     

    In patients with renal impairment, the dose of ZOVIRAX Capsules, Tablets, or Suspension should be modified as shown in Table 3.

    Table 3. Dosage Modification for Renal Impairment  

    Normal Dosage

    Regimen

     

    Creatinine

    Clearance

    (mL/min/1.73 m2)

     

    Adjusted Dosage Regimen

     

    Dose

    (mg)

     

    Dosing Interval

     

    200 mg every 4 hours

     

    >10

    0-10

     

    200

    200

     

    every 4 hours, 5x daily

    every 12 hours

     

    400 mg every 12 hours

     

    >10

    0-10

     

    400

    200

     

    every 12 hours

    every 12 hours

     

    800 mg every 4 hours

     

    >25

    10-25

    0-10

     

    800

    800

    800

     

    every 4 hours, 5x daily

    every 8 hours

    every 12 hours

     

    For patients who require hemodialysis, the mean plasma half-life of acyclovir during hemodialysis is approximately 5 hours. This results in a 60% decrease in plasma concentrations following a 6-hour dialysis period. Therefore, the patient’s dosing schedule should be adjusted so that an additional dose is administered after each dialysis.

     

    No supplemental dose appears to be necessary after adjustment of the dosing interval.

     

    ZOVIRAX Suspension was shown to be bioequivalent to ZOVIRAX Capsules (n = 20) and 1 ZOVIRAX 800-mg tablet was shown to be bioequivalent to 4 ZOVIRAX 200-mg capsules (n = 24).

     

  • Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc
    Zovirax | H E B
    No Recall

    Zovirax | H E B

    Zovirax | H E B
    • before using this product read the enclosed consumer information leaflet for complete directions and information • adults and children 12 years of age and over: • vaginal insert: with the applicator place the vaginal insert into the vagina. Throw applicator away after use. • external cream: squeeze a small amount of cream onto your fingertip. Apply the cream onto the itchy, irritated skin outside the vagina. Use 2 times daily for up to 7 days, as needed. • children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor
  • Remedyrepack Inc.
    Zovirax | Remedyrepack Inc.
    No Recall

    Zovirax | Remedyrepack Inc.

    Zovirax | Remedyrepack Inc.

    800 mg every 4 hours orally, 5 times daily for 7 to 10 days.

     

    Treatment of Initial Genital Herpes: 200 mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 10 days.

    Chronic Suppressive Therapy for Recurrent Disease: 400 mg 2 times daily for up to 12 months, followed by re-evaluation. Alternative regimens have included doses ranging from 200 mg 3 times daily to 200 mg 5 times daily.

    The frequency and severity of episodes of untreated genital herpes may change over time. After 1 year of therapy, the frequency and severity of the patient’s genital herpes infection should be re-evaluated to assess the need for continuation of therapy with ZOVIRAX.

    Intermittent Therapy: 200 mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 5 days. Therapy should be initiated at the earliest sign or symptom (prodrome) of recurrence.

     

    Children (2 years of age and older): 20 mg/kg per dose orally 4 times daily (80 mg/kg/day) for 5 days. Children over 40 kg should receive the adult dose for chickenpox.

    Adults and Children over 40 kg: 800 mg 4 times daily for 5 days.

    Intravenous ZOVIRAX is indicated for the treatment of varicella-zoster infections in immunocompromised patients.

    When therapy is indicated, it should be initiated at the earliest sign or symptom of chickenpox. There is no information about the efficacy of therapy initiated more than 24 hours after onset of signs and symptoms.

     

    In patients with renal impairment, the dose of ZOVIRAX Capsules, Tablets, or Suspension should be modified as shown in Table 3.

    Table 3. Dosage Modification for Renal Impairment

    Normal Dosage

    Regimen

    Creatinine

    Clearance

    (mL/min/1.73 m2)

    Adjusted Dosage Regimen

    Dose

    (mg)

    Dosing Interval

    200 mg every 4 hours

    >10

    0-10

    200

    200

    every 4 hours, 5x daily

    every 12 hours

    400 mg every 12 hours

    >10

    0-10

    400

    200

    every 12 hours

    every 12 hours

    800 mg every 4 hours

    >25

    10-25

    0-10

    800

    800

    800

    every 4 hours, 5x daily

    every 8 hours

    every 12 hours

     

    For patients who require hemodialysis, the mean plasma half-life of acyclovir during hemodialysis is approximately 5 hours. This results in a 60% decrease in plasma concentrations following a 6-hour dialysis period. Therefore, the patient’s dosing schedule should be adjusted so that an additional dose is administered after each dialysis.

     

    No supplemental dose appears to be necessary after adjustment of the dosing interval.

     

    ZOVIRAX Suspension was shown to be bioequivalent to ZOVIRAX Capsules (n = 20) and 1 ZOVIRAX 800-mg tablet was shown to be bioequivalent to 4 ZOVIRAX 200-mg capsules (n = 24).

     

  • Zovirax | Rebel Distributors Corp
    No Recall

    Zovirax | Rebel Distributors Corp

    Zovirax | Rebel Distributors Corp

    ZOVIRAX Cream should be applied 5 times per day for 4 days. Therapy should be initiated as early as possible following onset of signs and symptoms (i.e., during the prodrome or when lesions appear). For adolescents 12 years of age and older, the dosage is the same as in adults.

  • Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc
    Zovirax | Vaya Smooth Cosmetics (pty) Ltd
    No Recall

    Zovirax | Vaya Smooth Cosmetics (pty) Ltd

    Zovirax | Vaya Smooth Cosmetics (pty) Ltd

    There is currently no dosage information available for this product. We apologize for any inconvenience.

  • Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc
    Zovirax | Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp
    No Recall

    Zovirax | Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp

    Zovirax | Medicis Pharmaceutical Corp

    LOPROX Shampoo is not for ophthalmic, oral, or intravaginal use.

    Wet hair and apply approximately 1 teaspoon (5 mL) of LOPROX Shampoo to the scalp. Up to 2 teaspoons (10 mL) may be used for long hair. Lather and leave on hair and scalp for 3 minutes. A timer may be used. Avoid contact with eyes. Rinse off. Treatment should be repeated twice per week for 4 weeks, with a minimum of 3 days between applications.

    If a patient with seborrheic dermatitis shows no clinical improvement after 4 weeks of treatment with LOPROX Shampoo, the diagnosis should be reviewed.

  • Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc
    Zovirax | Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc
    No Recall

    Zovirax | Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc

    Zovirax | Bta Pharmaceuticals Inc

    ZOVIRAX Cream should be applied 5 times per day for 4 days. Therapy should be initiated as early as possible following onset of signs and symptoms (i.e., during the prodrome or when lesions appear). For adolescents 12 years of age and older, the dosage is the same as in adults.

  • Prestium Pharma, Inc.
    Zovirax | Prestium Pharma, Inc.
    No Recall

    Zovirax | Prestium Pharma, Inc.

    Zovirax | Prestium Pharma, Inc.
    Acute Treatment of Herpes Zoster:

    800 mg every 4 hours orally, 5 times daily for 7 to 10 days.

    Genital Herpes:

    Treatment of Initial Genital Herpes: 200 mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 10 days.

    Chronic Suppressive Therapy for Recurrent Disease: 400 mg 2 times daily for up to 12 months, followed by re-evaluation. Alternative regimens have included doses ranging from 200 mg 3 times daily to 200 mg 5 times daily.

    The frequency and severity of episodes of untreated genital herpes may change over time. After 1 year of therapy, the frequency and severity of the patient’s genital herpes infection should be re-evaluated to assess the need for continuation of therapy with ZOVIRAX.

    Intermittent Therapy: 200 mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 5 days. Therapy should be initiated at the earliest sign or symptom (prodrome) of recurrence.

    Treatment of Chickenpox:

    Children (2 years of age and older): 20 mg/kg per dose orally 4 times daily (80 mg/kg/day) for 5 days. Children over 40 kg should receive the adult dose for chickenpox.

    Adults and Children over 40 kg: 800 mg 4 times daily for 5 days.

    Intravenous ZOVIRAX is indicated for the treatment of varicella-zoster infections in immunocompromised patients.

    When therapy is indicated, it should be initiated at the earliest sign or symptom of chickenpox. There is no information about the efficacy of therapy initiated more than 24 hours after onset of signs and symptoms.

    Patients With Acute or Chronic Renal Impairment:

    In patients with renal impairment, the dose of ZOVIRAX Capsules, Tablets, or Suspension should be modified as shown in Table 3.

    Table 3. Dosage Modification for Renal Impairment  

    Normal Dosage

    Regimen

     

    Creatinine

    Clearance

    (mL/min/1.73 m2)

     

    Adjusted Dosage Regimen

     

    Dose

    (mg)

     

    Dosing Interval

     

    200 mg every 4 hours

     

    >10

    0-10

     

    200

    200

     

    every 4 hours, 5x daily

    every 12 hours

     

    400 mg every 12 hours

     

    >10

    0-10

     

    400

    200

     

    every 12 hours

    every 12 hours

     

    800 mg every 4 hours

     

    >25

    10-25

    0-10

     

    800

    800

    800

     

    every 4 hours, 5x daily

    every 8 hours

    every 12 hours

    Hemodialysis:

    For patients who require hemodialysis, the mean plasma half-life of acyclovir during hemodialysis is approximately 5 hours. This results in a 60% decrease in plasma concentrations following a 6-hour dialysis period. Therefore, the patient’s dosing schedule should be adjusted so that an additional dose is administered after each dialysis.

    Peritoneal Dialysis:

    No supplemental dose appears to be necessary after adjustment of the dosing interval.

    Bioequivalence of Dosage Forms:

    ZOVIRAX Suspension was shown to be bioequivalent to ZOVIRAX Capsules (n = 20) and 1 ZOVIRAX 800-mg tablet was shown to be bioequivalent to 4 ZOVIRAX 200-mg capsules (n = 24).

  • Valeant Pharmaceuticals North America Llc
    Zovirax | Novartis Vaccines And Diagnostics Srl
    No Recall

    Zovirax | Novartis Vaccines And Diagnostics Srl

    Zovirax | Novartis Vaccines And Diagnostics Srl

    For intramuscular use only.

    2.1 Dose and Schedule

    Administer two doses (0.5 mL each) of BEXSERO at least 1 month apart.

    2.2 Administration

    Shake the syringe immediately before use to form a homogeneous suspension. Do not use the vaccine if it cannot be resuspended. Parenteral drug products should be inspected visually for particulate matter and discoloration prior to administration, whenever solution and container permit. Do not use if particulate matter or discoloration is found.

    Administer BEXSERO as a 0.5 mL intramuscular injection into the deltoid muscle of the upper arm.

    2.3 Use of BEXSERO with other Meningococcal Group B Vaccines

    Sufficient data are not available on the safety and effectiveness of using BEXSERO and other meningococcal group B vaccines interchangeably to complete the vaccination series.

  • Zovirax | Glaxosmithkline Llc
    No Recall

    Zovirax | Glaxosmithkline Llc

    Zovirax | Glaxosmithkline Llc
    Acute Treatment of Herpes Zoster:

    800 mg every 4 hours orally, 5 times daily for 7 to 10 days.

    Genital Herpes:

    Treatment of Initial Genital Herpes: 200 mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 10 days.

    Chronic Suppressive Therapy for Recurrent Disease: 400 mg 2 times daily for up to 12 months, followed by re-evaluation. Alternative regimens have included doses ranging from 200 mg 3 times daily to 200 mg 5 times daily.

    The frequency and severity of episodes of untreated genital herpes may change over time. After 1 year of therapy, the frequency and severity of the patient’s genital herpes infection should be re-evaluated to assess the need for continuation of therapy with ZOVIRAX.

    Intermittent Therapy: 200 mg every 4 hours, 5 times daily for 5 days. Therapy should be initiated at the earliest sign or symptom (prodrome) of recurrence.

    Treatment of Chickenpox:

    Children (2 years of age and older): 20 mg/kg per dose orally 4 times daily (80 mg/kg/day) for 5 days. Children over 40 kg should receive the adult dose for chickenpox.

    Adults and Children over 40 kg: 800 mg 4 times daily for 5 days.

    Intravenous ZOVIRAX is indicated for the treatment of varicella-zoster infections in immunocompromised patients.

    When therapy is indicated, it should be initiated at the earliest sign or symptom of chickenpox. There is no information about the efficacy of therapy initiated more than 24 hours after onset of signs and symptoms.

    Patients With Acute or Chronic Renal Impairment:

    In patients with renal impairment, the dose of ZOVIRAX Capsules, Tablets, or Suspension should be modified as shown in Table 3.

    Table 3. Dosage Modification for Renal Impairment

    Normal Dosage

    Regimen

    Creatinine

    Clearance

    (mL/min/1.73 m2)

    Adjusted Dosage Regimen

    Dose

    (mg)

    Dosing Interval

    200 mg every 4 hours

    >10

    0-10

    200

    200

    every 4 hours, 5x daily

    every 12 hours

    400 mg every 12 hours

    >10

    0-10

    400

    200

    every 12 hours

    every 12 hours

    800 mg every 4 hours

    >25

    10-25

    0-10

    800

    800

    800

    every 4 hours, 5x daily

    every 8 hours

    every 12 hours

    Hemodialysis:

    For patients who require hemodialysis, the mean plasma half-life of acyclovir during hemodialysis is approximately 5 hours. This results in a 60% decrease in plasma concentrations following a 6-hour dialysis period. Therefore, the patient’s dosing schedule should be adjusted so that an additional dose is administered after each dialysis.

    Peritoneal Dialysis:

    No supplemental dose appears to be necessary after adjustment of the dosing interval.

    Bioequivalence of Dosage Forms:

    ZOVIRAX Suspension was shown to be bioequivalent to ZOVIRAX Capsules (n = 20) and 1 ZOVIRAX 800-mg tablet was shown to be bioequivalent to 4 ZOVIRAX 200-mg capsules (n = 24).