Denavir Topical and Sinuva

• Generic Name: penciclovir topical
• Dosage Forms: cream
• Other Brand Names: Denavir

Penciclovir belongs to the family of medicines called antivirals. Antivirals are used to treat infections caused by viruses. Usually they work for only one kind or group of virus infections.

Topical penciclovir is used to treat the symptoms of herpes simplex virus infections around the mouth (cold sores). Although topical penciclovir will not cure herpes simplex, it may help relieve the pain and discomfort and may help the sores heal faster.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

• Generic Name: mometasone nasal
• Dosage Forms: implant
• Other Brand Names: Nasonex, Propel, Sinuva, Propel Mini, Propel Contour

Mometasone is a steroid. It prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation.

Sinuva (for use in the nose) is used to treat nasal symptoms of seasonal or year-round allergies, including congestion, sneezing, and runny nose. This medicine is approved for this use in adults and children who are at least 2 years old.

Sinuva is also used to prevent seasonal allergy symptoms in adults and children who are at least 12 years old.

Sinuva is used to treat nasal polyps only in adults.

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