USES: This medication is used to treat herpes infections
of the skin, mouth, mucous membranes, genital herpes, herpes zoster (shingles),
and chickenpox in some individuals. This medication does not cure herpes, but
relieves the pain and may make the infection clear faster.
HOW TO USE: Begin taking this medication as soon as symptoms appear. Take
this medication as directed. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you have any
questions. Try to take the medication at evenly spaced intervals throughout
the day and night. This will ensure a constant blood level of the medication
and is most effective.
SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may cause stomach upset, loss of appetite,
nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, dizziness or weakness. These effects
should disappear in a few days as your body adjusts to the medication. If
they persist or become worse, inform your doctor. Notify your doctor if you
experience: numbness or tingling of the hands or feet, leg pain, sore throat,
skin rash, change in the amount of urine. An allergic reaction to this drug
is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms
of an allergic reaction include: rash, itching, swelling, dizziness, trouble
breathing. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor
or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS: This medication should be used cautiously during pregnancy
only if clearly needed. It is not known if this medication appears in breast
milk. Consult with your doctor before breast-feeding.
DRUG INTERACTIONS: Inform your doctor about all the medicines you use (both
prescription and nonprescription). Do not start or stop any medicine without
doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center
or emergency room immediately. Symptoms of overdose may include sluggishness,
change in amount of urine, loss of consciousness, or seizures.
NOTES: Avoid sexual activity while signs and symptoms of genital herpes
are present to prevent infecting your partner. Inform your doctor if this
medication does not appear to decrease the frequency or severity of recurrent
infections.
MISSED DOSE: If you miss a dose, take as soon as remembered; do not take
if it is almost time for the next dose, instead, skip the missed dose and
resume your usual dosing schedule. Do not "double-up" the dose
to catch up.
STORAGE: Store at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture.
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