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Sitavig (Acyclovir)

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Strength Pack Size Qty
Strength
50mg
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Description

Your doctor may prescribe Sitavig to treat herpes labialis (cold sores). It contains the antiviral medication acyclovir and helps to reduce the symptoms of cold sores and treat outbreaks.

Cold sores are an infection of the mouth and lips that are caused by the herpes simplex virus. Once infected, the herpes virus stays in the infected tissue and can periodically cause symptoms. Normally, the immune system will suppress the infection, but cold sores can "flare" if a person's immune system is weakened.

Sitavig works by incorporating into the genetic material of the virus, preventing it from replicating and infecting other tissue.

Fact Table

Formula

C8H11N5O3

License

US FDA

Bioavailability

15–20%

Legal status

Rx-only

Chemical Name

Aciclovir

Elimination half-life

2–4 hours

Dosage (Strength)

50mg

Pregnancy

No Known Risk

Brands

Sitavig, Zovirax

Protein binding

9–33%

PubChem CID

2022

MedlinePlus

a681045

ChEBI

2453

ATC code

R03AC18

DrugBank

DB00787

KEGG

D00222

Routes of administration

By mouth

Directions

Sitavig is a buccal tablet and should be placed between the gums and the cheek.

Place one 50 mg buccal tablet in the upper gum region within one hour of the onset of symptoms.

Do not crush, chew, suck, or swallow Sitavig.

It is okay to eat or drink while using Sitavig.

Ingredients

The active ingredient in Sitavig is acyclovir.

Store Sitavig at room temperature in a cool, dry place.

Interactions

Since Sitavig is a buccal tablet, only very low amounts absorb into the bloodstream and drug interactions are not common. Use caution if you are taking the following:

  • Talimogene Laherparepvec

Cautions

Use caution if you have a documented allergy to milk or milk products.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.

Side Effects

Common side effects of this medication may include:

  • Anaphylaxis
  • Angioedema
  • Aphthous stomatitis
  • Application site irritation
  • Burning skin
  • Contact dermatitis
  • Cracked lips
  • Desquamation
  • Dry lips
  • Dryness of skin
  • Eczema
  • Erythema
  • Flakiness of skin
  • Gingival pain
  • Lethargy 
  • Local pain
  • Localized edema
  • Pruritus
  • Skin rash
  • Stinging on skin
  • Transient burning

References

Sitavig. Charleston, SC: EPI Health LLC; 2019.


IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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