Acyclovir Capsules and Hydrocortisone and lidocaine topical/rectal

• Generic Name: acyclovir
• Dosage Forms: capsule
• Other Brand Names: Sitavig, Zovirax

Acyclovir is an antiviral drug. It slows the growth and spread of the herpes virus in the body. It will not cure herpes, but it can lessen the symptoms of the infection.

Acyclovir is used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, such as genital herpes, cold sores, shingles, and chicken pox, as well as varicella (chickenpox), and cytomegalovirus.

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

• Generic Name: hydrocortisone / lidocaine topical
• Dosage Forms: cream
• Other Brand Names:

  Ana-Lex, LidaMantle HC, AnaMantle HC, Lidazone HC, AnaMantle HC Forte, Senatec HC, RectaGel HC, Peranex HC, LidaMantle HC Relief, Xyralid LP, Xyralid, BP Ana-Lex HC, LidoCort

Hydrocortisone is a steroid that reduces the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation.

Lidocaine is a local anesthetic (numbing medication). It works by blocking nerve signals in your body.

Hydrocortisone and lidocaine topical (for the skin) is a combination medicine used to treat itching and discomfort caused by allergic reactions, eczema, minor burns, insect bites, or other skin conditions.

Hydrocortisone and lidocaine rectal (for the rectum) is used to treat itching or swelling caused by hemorrhoids or other inflammatory conditions of the rectum or anus.

Hydrocortisone and lidocaine topical/rectal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.