Acyclovir and hydrocortisone Topical application and Methotrexate

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

Acyclovir and hydrocortisone topical combination is used to treat the symptoms of herpes simplex virus infection on the lips and around the mouth (cold sores). Although acyclovir and hydrocortisone will not cure herpes simplex, it may help the sores to heal faster and relieve some of the pain and discomfort. Acyclovir is an antiviral agent (treats a virus) and hydrocortisone is a steroid (cortisone-like) medicine.

Acyclovir and hydrocortisone is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: methotrexate
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Otrexup, Rasuvo, Rheumatrex Dose Pack, Trexall, Xatmep, Methotrexate Sodium, Preservative Free

Methotrexate interferes with the growth of certain cells of the body, especially cells that reproduce quickly, such as cancer cells, bone marrow cells, and skin cells.

Methotrexate is used to treat certain types of cancer of the breast, skin, head and neck, or lung. It is also used to treat severe psoriasis and and certain forms of rheumatoid arthritis.

Methotrexate is usually given after other medications have been tried without successful treatment of symptoms.

Methotrexate made also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.