Prescription Required

Herpikind Ointment 10s

by Mankind Pharma Ltd
Acyclovir (5% w/w)

₹136₹122

10% off
Herpikind Ointment 10s

Introduction to Herpikind Ointment 10s

Herpikind Ointment is for external use only. You should use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The affected area should be clean and dry before application of the ointment. You must wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying this medicine. Do not touch the sores unnecessarily with your hands or towel, to avoid spreading the infection.

Some common side effects include burning, irritation, itching and redness of the skin, at the site of application. Please consult your doctor if these side effects persist for a longer duration. Do not use it in the eyes, mouth, nose or vagina as it may cause irritation. If accidental exposure occurs, rinse immediately with plenty of water.

Safety Advice for Herpikind Ointment 10s

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  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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Herpikind Ointment is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby however, there are limited human studies.

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Herpikind Ointment is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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How Herpikind Ointment 10s works

Herpikind Ointment is an antiviral medication which treats skin infections caused by Herpes simplex virus. It works by preventing the multiplication of virus in the skin cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your skin infection.

How To Use Herpikind Ointment 10s

  • This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Clean and dry the affected area and gently massage the ointment.

Benefits Of Herpikind Ointment 10s

  • Herpes labialis, commonly known as cold sores, is a viral infection that primarily affects the lip. Symptoms typically include a burning pain followed by small blisters or sores. Herpikind Ointment can speed up healing of herpes labialis and also prevent recurrence of the sores. Keep using this medicine as prescribed by the doctor to get maximum benefit.

Side Effects Of Herpikind Ointment 10s

  • Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)

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FAQ's on Herpikind Ointment 10s

What can acyclovir ointment be used for?

Acyclovir ointment is used to treat first outbreaks of genital herpes (a herpes virus infection that causes sores to form around the genitals and rectum from time to time) and to treat certain types of sores caused by the herpes simplex virus in people with weak immune systems.

What is Zovirax 400 mg used for?

It treats cold sores around the mouth (caused by herpes simplex), shingles (caused by herpes zoster), and chickenpox. This medication is also used to treat outbreaks of genital herpes. In people with frequent outbreaks, acyclovir is used to help reduce the number of future episodes. Acyclovir is an antiviral drug.

How do you use Apo acyclovir ointment?

Clean and dry the affected areas before applying the medication. Use a finger cot or rubber glove when applying acyclovir to prevent spreading the infection to other parts of your body and to other people. Apply enough ointment to cover all sores, usually every 3 hours, 6 times a day, or as directed by your doctor.

What is in acyclovir cream?

Each gram of ZOVIRAX Cream, 5% contains 50 mg of acyclovir and the following inactive ingredients: cetostearyl alcohol, mineral oil, poloxamer 407, propylene glycol, sodium lauryl sulfate, water, and white petrolatum.

What is the use of Herpikind?

Herpikind 400 Tablet DT is an antiviral medicine. It helps in treating viral infections like herpes labialis, herpes simplex, shingles, genital herpes infection, and chickenpox. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells and therefore helps in clearing the infection.

What is Zovirax Ointment?

Zovirax Ointment is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of cold sores (Herpes Labialis) and Genital Herpes. Zovirax Ointment may be used alone or with other medications. Zovirax Ointment belongs to a class of drugs called Antivirals, Topical.

Prescription Required

Herpikind Ointment 10s

by Mankind Pharma Ltd
Acyclovir (5% w/w)

₹136₹122

10% off
Herpikind Ointment 10s

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