Drug Uses

Denavir is an antiviral medicine for topical use that treats recurrent cold sores (herpes labialis) on the lips and face in patients who don’t suffer from other medical conditions. Denavir may also be used for some purposes different from those listed in this leaflet.

How Taken

Denavir should be applied to the cold sores at every two hours for a period of four days. Apply it with your finger or with a cotton swab. You should wash your hands to avoid getting the medicine in the eyes or on other areas, and to prevent irritation and spread of the herpes virus.

Warnings/Precautions

Denavir is a cream for topical usage that is applied on the lips and the face. Do not apply the cream on the mucous membranes inside the mouth, nose, genital or rectal areas. Denavir falls into the FDA pregnancy category B which means in is unlikely to be harmful for a fetus. Consult your doctor before using Denavir in case you are pregnant. Also, consult your doctor before using the medicine if you are breast feeding because it is not known if Denavir passes into breast milk.

Missed Dose

In case you miss a dose, take the missed tablet as soon as you remember. However, if it is already time for the next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and take the regular dose. Do not take a double dose to catch up the missed one.

Possible Side Effects

Denavir has not been reported to cause serious adverse effects. You may experience some less serious side effects caused by the medicine. Do not stop using Denavir but inform your doctor if any of the following effects occur: headache; local numbness or tingling at the area where the cream is applied; changes in taste; rash; irritation at the area of application. You may also experience other adverse effects that are not mentioned in this leaflet. Consult your doctor if you experience some other side effects.

Storage

Denavir should be stored at a controlled room temperature of 20°-25°C (68°-77°). Keep the medicine away from moisture and heat.

Overdose

A Denavir overdose in very unlikely to be life threatening. You should contact your doctor or an emergency room for an advice if large amount of the cream has been used or in case the cream has been ingested.

More Information

Do not use other medicines for topical usage to treat the same areas at the same time you use Denavir unless your doctor advised you so. Other medicines have not been reported to interact with Denavir. Consult your doctor or pharmacist before using any other prescription or non-prescription medicine while you are using Denavir.

Disclaimer

This drug information is for your information purposes only, it is not intended that this information covers all uses, directions, drug interactions, precautions, or adverse effects of your medication. This is only general information, and should not be relied on for any purpose. It should not be construed as containing specific instructions for any particular patient. We disclaim all responsibility for the accuracy and reliability of this information, and/or any consequences arising from the use of this information, including damage or adverse consequences to persons or property, however such damages or consequences arise. No warranty, either expressed or implied, is made in regards to this information.