ACYCLOVIR cream

国家: 美国

语言: 英文

来源: NLM (National Library of Medicine)

有效成分:

ACYCLOVIR (UNII: X4HES1O11F) (ACYCLOVIR - UNII:X4HES1O11F)

可用日期:

Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Inc.

给药途径:

TOPICAL

处方类型:

PRESCRIPTION DRUG

疗效迹象:

Acyclovir Cream is a herpes simplex virus (HSV) deoxynucleoside analogue DNA polymerase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in immunocompetent adults and adolescents 12 years of age and older. Acyclovir Cream is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to acyclovir, valacyclovir, or any component of the formulation. Risk Summary Acyclovir is minimally absorbed systemically following topical route of administration, and maternal use is not expected to result in fetal exposure to the Acyclovir Cream [see Clinical Pharmacology (12.3)] . Experience with topical acyclovir use in pregnant women over several decades, based on published literature including observational studies, has not identified a drug-associated risk of major birth defects, miscarriage or adverse maternal or fetal outcomes. Animal reproduction studies with systemic exposure of acyclovir have been conducted. Refer to acyclovir prescribing information for additional details.

產品總結:

Each gram of Acyclovir Cream contains 50 mg (equivalent to 5% w/w) of acyclovir in an aqueous cream base. Acyclovir Cream is supplied as follows: Store at or below 25°C (77°F); excursions permitted to 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F) [see USP Controlled Room Temperature].

授权状态:

New Drug Application Authorized Generic

产品特点

ACYCLOVIR- ACYCLOVIR CREAM
TEVA PHARMACEUTICALS USA, INC.
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HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION
THESE HIGHLIGHTS DO NOT INCLUDE ALL THE INFORMATION NEEDED TO USE
ACYCLOVIR CREAM SAFELY
AND EFFECTIVELY. SEE FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION FOR ACYCLOVIR CREAM.
ACYCLOVIR CREAM, FOR TOPICAL USE
INITIAL U.S. APPROVAL: 2002
INDICATIONS AND USAGE
Acyclovir Cream is a herpes simplex virus (HSV) deoxynucleoside
analogue DNA polymerase inhibitor
indicated for the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores)
in immunocompetent adults and
adolescents 12 years of age and older. ( 1)
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
Apply 5 times a day for 4 days. ( 2)
Administer immediately following the onset of cold sore lesions. ( 2)
DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS
Cream, 50 mg (equivalent to 5% w/w) acyclovir. ( 3)
CONTRAINDICATIONS
Acyclovir Cream is contraindicated in patients with known
hypersensitivity to acyclovir, valacyclovir or
any component of the formulation. ( 4)
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS
Only for topical use of recurrent HSV lesions on the external aspect
of lips and the face. Acyclovir
Cream should not be applied on mucous membranes including in the eye
or inside the mouth or nose. (
5.1)
There is a potential for irritation and contact sensitization. ( 5.2)
ADVERSE REACTIONS
The most common adverse reactions reported were local skin reactions
at the application site. ( 6.1)
Angioedema, anaphylaxis, contact dermatitis and eczema have been
reported. ( 6.2)
TO REPORT SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, CONTACT BAUSCH HEALTH US, LLC
AT 1-800-321-
4576 OR FDA AT 1-800-FDA-1088 OR WWW.FDA.GOV/MEDWATCH.
DRUG INTERACTIONS
Clinical experience has identified no interactions resulting from
topical or systemic administration of
other drugs concomitantly with Acyclovir Cream. Due to minimal
systemic absorption of Acyclovir
Cream, systemic drug interactions are unlikely. ( 7)
SEE 17 FOR PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION AND FDA-APPROVED PATIENT
LABELING.
REVISED: 2/2021
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE
2 DOSAGE AND A