Acyclovir and hydrocortisone topical and Axiron

• Generic Name: acyclovir / hydrocortisone topical
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Xerese

Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus so that the body can fight off the infection.

Hydrocortisone is a topical (for the skin) steroid. It reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.

The combination of acyclovir and hydrocortisone topical (for the skin) is used to treat cold sores in people who are at least 12 years old.

This medication will not cure or prevent cold sores caused by herpes, but it can lessen the symptoms of the infection.

Acyclovir and hydrocortisone topical may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: testosterone
• Dosage Forms: topical solution
• Other Brand Names: Androderm, Androgel, Axiron, FIRST-Testosterone, Fortesta, Testim, AndroGel Packets, AndroGel Pump 125 g/actuation, Vogelxo, Aveed, Delatestryl, Depo-Testosterone, Testosterone Cypionate, Testosterone Enanthate, Testosterone undecanoate, Xyosted, Natesto, Striant

Axiron topical solution is an underarm testosterone treatment.

Testosterone is a naturally occurring male hormone necessary for many processes in the body.

Axiron is used to treat adult males who have low or no testosterone.

Axiron will not enhance athletic performance and should not be used for this purpose.