Zovirax and Chickenpox: Understanding Treatment & Usage
ZOVIRAX is NOT RECOMMENDED for chickenpox.
Chickenpox is a common, very contagious childhood disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus.
Chickenpox is spread through direct contact with the rash of an infected person or through the air from an infected person's cough or sneeze.
Zovirax (acyclovir) is an antiviral medication used to treat infections caused by the herpes virus, such as herpes simplex or genital herpes. Zovirax works by preventing the virus from multiplying and spreading.
Consult your doctor on medications available for chickenpox treatment.
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