General Info:

Treats herpes infections, including genital herpes, and other viral infections. ZOVIRAX CREAM is a potent antiviral medication that is used to treat Herpes Simplex Virus infections. It is dispensed as a 5% ointment in 15-gram tubes. ZOVIRAX CREAM is selectively absorbed into cells infected with Herpes Simplex Virus. Within the cell Herpes Simplex Virus coded enzymes convert ZOVIRAX CREAM into its active form. This active form of the drug inhibits the growth and replication of Herpes Simplex Virus by interfering with viral DNA replication. ZOVIRAX CREAM is preferentially taken up and converted into its active form only by Herpes Simplex Virus infected cells. Thus, ZOVIRAX CREAM is much less toxic for normal uninfected cells.