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Posted by
Uncle Bill on June 25, 2000 at 10:18:41:
In Reply to: zovirax ointment during pregnancy posted by Jody on June 22, 2000 at 21:41:01:
Jody,
Here is the information I found. There appears to be some risk and you should consult your doctor on this. Zorivax is a brand name for Acyclovir.
Pregnancy: Acyclovir, when given systemically, is known to cross the human placenta. All animal studies carried out to date on reproduction and teratology have been negative. However, since animal reproduction studies are not always predictive of human response, acyclovir ointment 5% should be used during pregnancy only if the physician feels the benefit will outweigh the possible harm to the fetus.
