Drug Uses
Denavir is a topical
antiviral medication used
for recurrent cold sores
(herpes labialis) on the
lips and face in otherwise
healthy adult patients.
Denavir topical may also be
used for purposes other than
those listed in this
medication guide.
How Taken
Apply Denavir every two
hours during waking hours
for four days to your cold
sore with your finger or a
cotton swab. Wash hands with
soap and water to prevent it
from coming into contact
with your eyes or other
areas; to prevent irritation
and to prevent spread of the
herpes virus.
Warnings/Precautions
Denavir is a topical
cream that is applied
externally on the lips and
face. Do not apply Denavir
on mucous membranes inside
the mouth, nose, genital or
rectal areas. Denavir
topical is in the FDA
pregnancy category B. This
means that it is unlikely to
harm an unborn baby. Do not
use Denavir topical during
pregnancy without first
talking to your doctor. It
is not known whether Denavir
topical passes into breast
milk. Do not use Denavir
topical if you are
breast-feeding a baby
without first talking to
your doctor.
Missed Dose
Use the missed dose as
soon as you remember.
However, if it is almost
time for your next dose,
skip the dose you missed and
use only your next regularly
scheduled dose.
Possible Side Effects
Serious side effects have
not been reported with the
use of Denavir topical.
Other less serious side
effects may be more likely
to occur. Continue to use
Denavir topical and talk to
your doctor if you
experience: headache; local
numbness or tingling where
the cream is applied;
changes in taste; rash;
irritation at the
application site. Side
effects other than those
listed here may also occur.
Talk to your doctor about
any side effect that seems
unusual or that is
especially bothersome.
Storage
Store at controlled room
temperature, 20°-25°C
(68°-77°) away from moisture
and heat.
Overdose
An overdose of Denavir
topical is unlikely to
threaten life. If an
excessive amount of the
cream has been used, or if
the cream has been ingested,
contact a poison control
left or an emergency room
for advice.
More Information
Do not use other topical
medications to treat the
same area at them same time
as Denavir topical, unless
otherwise directed by your
doctor. No other medicines
have been reported to
interact with Denavir
topical. Talk to your doctor
or pharmacist before taking
other prescription or
over-the-counter medications
during treatment with
Denavir topical.
Disclaimer
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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.
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