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Cold Sore (Blooms The Chemist) TM
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional. Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Active ingredients: aciclovir
Brand name
(ARTG)
: BLOOMS THE CHEMIST COLD SORE CREAM aciclovir 5% w/w cream tubeWhat this medicine is used for
(ARTG)
For the treatment of herpes simplex virus infections of the lips (herpes labialis).
How to use this medicine
(ARTG)
This medicine contains one component only.
Component :
- Cream
- Topical
- White to off-white smooth cream.
Storage conditions
(ARTG)
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Shelf lifetime is 36 Months.
Do I need a prescription ?
(ARTG)
We are unable to tell you if you need a prescription for these medicines. You can ask your pharmacist. This medicine is
- 10 g pack
- 5 g pack
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy ?
(AHT)
For the active ingredient aciclovir
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems
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