Indications for use
This ointment has its own highly specialized action. It is aimed at the destruction of the herpes simplex virus in its various manifestations. So, Acyclovir in the form of an ointment is applied when:
- diagnosed herpes , including ocular and genital;
- the woman was sick with chickenpox ;
- the diagnosis is "herpes zoster".
Is it possible to use Acyclovir during pregnancy?
For women who are carrying a baby, most drugs are contraindicated and, therefore, it is natural that a future mother experiences if she is prescribed any medication. These doubts are justified, because many drugs penetrate the barrier of the placenta and enter the blood of the baby, thus affecting his forming organism. That's what doctors think about using this ointment:
- Acyclovir is not recommended for use in the first trimester during pregnancy, although there is no evidence of its harmful effect for today. Just at this time, especially in the first 8 weeks, vital organs are formed and any external influence can disrupt this fragile process. That's why, whenever possible, it is better to abandon the use of this tool and use it only in exceptional situations with the permission of the doctor.
- Ointment Acyclovir is successfully used in pregnancy in the 2nd and 3rd trimester, although self-treatment here is also unacceptable. Physicians agree that it is better to use this drug than to allow the disease to attack the body. This is especially true of genital herpes, which can severely damage a child during childbirth.
Method of application of ointment Acyclovir
The earlier the treatment is started, the faster you can see the results. Ointment is applied to the skin and mucous membranes in the affected areas at least every 4 hours, or 5-6 times a day. With uncomplicated primary herpes, the course of treatment will be 5 days, and for relapses of the disease - not less than 10 days.
The drug is applied to the site of the rash until the sores are covered with a crust, or until it disappears completely.
Contraindications to the use of the drug
Acyclovir in the form of an ointment is not recommended for intolerance of components that make up the composition, and also in the first trimester of pregnancy.
Side effects of ointment Acyclovir
Very rarely, when taking Acyclovir, angioedema may develop, and when used in the eye, conjunctivitis and blepharitis may develop.
Analogues of the drug during the period of gestation
Replace the drug Acyclovir can be ointment Atsigrepin, which has a similar composition and is allowed in pregnant women in 2-3 trimesters.