ZOVIRAX ACICLOVIR 400MG TABLETS 70S

Genital Herpes

Initial treatment: 200 mg PO q4hr while awake (5 times daily) for 10 days or 400 mg PO q8hr for 7-10 days

Intermittent treatment for recurrence: 200 mg PO q4hr while awake (5 times daily) for 5 days; initiate at earliest sign or symptom of recurrence

Chronic suppression for recurrence: 400 mg PO q12hr for up to 12 months; alternatively, 200 mg 3-5 times daily.

Herpes Zoster (Shingles)

Acute treatment: 800 mg PO q4hr while awake (5 times daily) for 7-10 days

Varicella Zoster (Chickenpox)

>40 kg (immunocompetent): 800 mg PO q6hr for 5 days