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Zovirax Duo TM

You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.

Active ingredients: hydrocortisone

Pack: Zovirax Duo cream, 2 g, tube

Brand name

(ARTG)

: ZOVIRAX DUO cream tube

What this medicine is used for

(ARTG)

For the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores), when applied at the first signs or symptoms of a recurrence, to reduce the progression of cold sore episodes to ulcerative lesions and to shorten the healing time of ulcerative lesions, in immunocompetent adults and adolescents (12 years of age and older).

How to use this medicine

(ARTG)

This medicine contains one component only.

Component :

  • Cream
  • Topical
  • White smooth cream

Storage conditions

(ARTG)

  • Store below 25 degrees Celsius
  • Shelf lifetime is 2 Years.

Do I need a prescription ?

(ARTG)

The packs below are available from a pharmacy without prescription. It is Schedule 3 : Pharmacist Only Medicine.

  • 2 g pack

Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?

(AHT)

For the active ingredient hydrocortisone

This medicine is generally considered safe during pregnancy if taken as directed. During pregnancy, you should discuss your medicine use with your doctor or pharmacist.

Reporting side effects

You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.

You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems

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