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If you suffer from genital herpes and are tired of waiting for your symptoms to clear. Aciclovir tablets work quickly to stop the virus in its tracks leaving you free from irritation, blisters and crusting when taken as soon as symptoms start to appear.

Get your prescription of Aciclovir from The Independent Pharmacy today when you complete our short online consultation with our medical team. In just a few steps you can get your treatment delivered discreetly and conveniently to you at home

Aciclovir 400mg Tablets information

• What is Aciclovir and what is it used for?

  Aciclovir is an antiviral tablet, which is used to prevent or treat infections from the herpes simplex virus (HSV), which can cause both cold sores, typically seen around the mouth, and genital herpes that can appear in and around the genitals and anus. Read more about what aciclovir is used for here.

  Aciclovir tablets are a generic brand containing the active ingredient aciclovir. The branded version of this medicine is Zovirax. It is cheaper to buy here in its non-branded form, but equally as effective.
  

  It cannot completely cure herpes but will stop the growth of the virus and suppress the symptoms. Aciclovir can also be used as a means to prevent recurrent outbreaks. It is one of the most popular treatments in the UK for genital herpes.
  

  What is Genital Herpes

  Genital herpes is a common infection that causes painful blisters on the genitals and nearby areas, caused by the herpes simplex virus (HSV). Genital herpes is most often transmitted through sexual contact, and so is commonly classified as a sexually transmitted infection (STI). Like many STIs, HSV is highly contagious and can be spread by any direct contact with the affected areas.
  

  How does Aciclovir work?

  If you begin to take Aciclovir 400mg as soon as symptoms appear, the outbreak will often disappear within 1-2 days. Recurrent outbreaks are usually preceded by a tingling or itching sensation.
  

  Aciclovir targets the enzyme that is necessary for the HSV to replicate and grow. By stopping further production of this enzyme, the virus cannot reproduce and create more blisters. This allows the immune system to fight the remaining virus and end the outbreak.

  After taking Aciclovir, you should wait until the affected area has healed before resuming sexual activity. Once the virus has fully gone into remission, it will no longer be contagious.
  

  Alternatives to Aciclovir

  Aciclovir tablets are a prescription-only treatment for genital herpes. Other prescriptions, antiviral treatments include; Valtrex and the generic branded version that includes the same active ingredient, Valaciclovir.

  If you do not fancy using prescription medications to help ease your symptoms or you want to try some non-medicinal alternative treatments alongside Aciclovir, helpful things to try include:

  • Cleaning the area with water or saltwater to promote healing
  • Avoid wearing tight clothing
  • Use pain relief such as paracetamol
  • Try to avoid your known outbreak triggers such as excess alcohol.
  • Use Vaseline on the blisters to promote healing and relieve pain.

  Sources

  • Aciclovir 400mg Tablets Patient Information Leaflet: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/2352/pil
  • https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/...

• Aciclovir dosage

  Begin taking Aciclovir 400mg tablets as soon as you notice symptoms of the herpes virus, which include visible blisters and a burning sensation.

  • Take 1 tablet three times a day for 5 days, or for as long as is prescribed with a glass of water. If you are taking Aciclovir to prevent future recurrences of herpes, you will likely be prescribed 2 tablets per day for a period of 3-6 months.

  HSV infections are contagious and can be spread even if you are taking Aciclovir. So, be sure to frequently wash your hands and do not allow the infected area to make contact with others.
  

• Aciclovir ingredients

  The active ingredient contained in Aciclovir tablets is: Aciclovir 400mg.

  Aciclovir tablets also contain the following inactive ingredients: Colloidal anhydrous silica, magnesium stearate, polyvidone, sodium starch glycollate, E172, E460.

• Aciclovir side effects

  Not everyone will experience side effects when they take Aciclovir, however, if you do they may include:

  • dizziness
  • headache
  • nausea
  • diarrhoea
  • allergic reaction
  • rash
  • stomach pain
  • fatigue
  • fever
  • heightened sensitivity to light

  If you are concerned about these effects, or if the product affects you in any other way, stop using it and talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
  

• Aciclovir warning

  Reading the following warnings carefully will help to ensure you are selecting an appropriate product.

  Before you take Aciclovir, inform your doctor if any of the following apply to you:

  • you have a kidney problem or nervous system abnormalities. Remain fully hydrated while taking Aciclovir will minimise the effect on the kidneys.

  Aciclovir and other medicines

  Inform your doctor of any medicines you are taking or intend to take, especially:

  • Cimetidine (for peptic ulcers)
  • Probenecid (for gout)
  • Mycophenolate mofetil
  • Ciclosporin (an immunosuppressant)
  • Theophylline (for asthma)
  • Zidovudine (for HIV infections)

  Please read all packaging and the Patient Information Leaflet before taking any new medicine.

  Aciclovir and alcohol

  Whilst alcohol is not prohibited whilst taking this medication, it is important to limit consumption to allow the medication to work properly. Take a look at our Aciclovir tablets and alcohol page for further information.

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Aciclovir 400mg Tablets FAQs

• Yes, the two are one and the same thing – an antiviral medication used to treat HSV infections, chickenpox and shingles. The Independent Pharmacy is able to prescribe Aciclovir online to treat genital herpes.

• Aciclovir tablets are not antibiotics – they are an antiviral medication. Antibiotics are used to fight bacterial (not viral) infections.

• No – Aciclovir is a prescription-only treatment that must be prescribed by a doctor or pharmacist. You can purchase Aciclovir through The Independent Pharmacy following an online consultation.

• When you buy Aciclovir, you’ll find an expiration date on the packaging. While taking out-of-date medication is unlikely to cause harm, it does reduce the likelihood of the treatment being effective, so we always recommend replacing your medicine if it is out-of-date.

• Aciclovir can be taken with or without food – it’s up to you – but taking it with food may help to reduce the likelihood of getting an upset stomach. Each dose of Aciclovir should be taken with a large glass of water.

• Ideally, you should start taking Aciclovir as soon as possible after symptoms have started to present themselves. It can also be taken as a preventative measure for long-term sufferers. If it’s your first time taking Aciclovir, the first course will likely be around 10 days. The results are not instantaneous, so keep using the treatment consistently as instructed to start seeing an improvement.

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