Denavir: PENCICLOVIR CREAM
- TOPICAL
(pen-SICK-low-veer)
COMMON BRAND NAME(S)
Denavir
USES
Denavir is used for reoccurring herpes (cold sores
or fever blisters) in adults.
HOW do you USE Denavir?
Use Denavir as directed, applying a thin layer
to the affected area. Use Denavir at the first
sign of tingling or swelling in the affected area.
SIDE EFFECTS
At the site of application, mild redness, irritation,
rash, or mild numbness may occur. If these continue
or are bothersome, notify your doctor. If you notice
other effects not listed above, contact your doctor
or pharmacist.
PRECAUTIONS
Before using Denavir, tell your doctor if you have:
any allergies. Denavir should only be used on sores
of the lips and face. Avoid use in or near the
eyes, as irritation may occur. Tell your doctor
if you are pregnant before using Denavir. It is
not known whether penciclovir is excreted into
human milk after applying it to the skin. Before
breast-feeding, discuss with your doctor.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription
med you may take. Do not start or stop any medicine
without doctor or pharmacist approval.
OVERDOSE
If Denavir overdose is suspected, contact your
local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
Denaviricine may be harmful if swallowed.
NOTES
Denavir is not to be shared with others.
MISSED DOSE
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the
missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
Do not "double-up" the dose to catch up.
STORAGE
Store Denavir at or below 86 degrees F (30 degrees
C) away from sunlight and moisture. Do not freeze.
