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Zovirax cream contains aciclovir 5% w/w. For the treatment of cold sores. If symptoms persist see your health care professional. For external use only. Medicines have benefits and some can have risks. Always read the label and use strictly as directed. Incorrect use can be harmful.
Zovirax®, MAC-P® and invisiSeal™ are trade marks of the GlaxoSmithKline group of companies.
* 24hr aciclovir penetration compared to other aciclovir creams
†On dry intact skin. Length of time can vary at different stages of cold sores.
Reference: 1. Trottet L et al. Are all aciclovir creams bioequivalent? Int J Pharmaceutics 2005;304:63-71
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