Zovirax is used for the treatment of skin, lip and genital herpes infections, herpes zoster (shingles) and chickenpox. Topical Zovirax does not prevent the recurrence of sores but relieves painful symptoms when applied at the appearance of the first signs of infection. It is used to relieve pain and itching but does not address the fundamental causes of herpes infections.
Acyclovir is used for the treatment of skin, lip, and genital herpes infections; herpes zoster (shingles); and chickenpox. Acyclovir is used for relief of the pain and itching associated with herpes infections but does not cure them. It may also be prescribed in order to prevent the recurrence of infection. More…