Monograph Details
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Dermatological Disorders
> Skin infections (topicals)
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DENAVIR |
| Manufacturer |
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Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corp |
| Legal Classification |
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Rx
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| Pharmacological Class |
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Nucleoside analogue antiviral. |
| Generic Name |
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Penciclovir 1%; crm. |
| Indications |
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Recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) on the lips and face. |
| Children |
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Not recommended. |
| Adults |
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Apply every 2 hrs while awake for 4 days. Begin treatment at earliest sign or symptom. |
| Precautions |
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Do not use on mucous membranes or near eyes. Immunocompromised patients. Pregnancy (Cat.B). Nursing mothers: not recommended. |
| Adverse Reactions |
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Headache, mild skin irritation. |
| How Supplied |
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Crm—2g |
| Additional Resources |
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• Related Prescribing Note |
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