Drug
Acyclovir
Pronounced
"ay-SYE-kloe-vir"
Notes
Do not share this medication with others.
Wear loose-fitting clothing over your herpes sores to keep from irritating them.
Cold sore outbreaks can be caused by many factors such as stress, hormonal changes (such as pregnancy, menstrual period), injury/surgery on the mouth (such as dental work), tiredness, sunlight, cold weather, or fever/cold/flu. Talk to your doctor about identifying and managing these triggers.
Storage
Store at room temperature. Keep all medications away from children and pets.
Do not flush medications down the toilet or pour them into a drain unless instructed to do so. Properly discard this product when it is expired or no longer needed. Consult your pharmacist or local waste disposal company.