What is XERESE cream used for?

It is used to treat cold sores/fever blisters caused by a virus (herpes simplex). Acyclovir is an antiviral medication that works by stopping the growth of the virus. Hydrocortisone is a corticosteroid that helps relieve itching, pain, and burning symptoms.

What is equivalent to Zovirax cream?

Zovirax (acyclovir) and Abreva (docosanol cream) are antiviral medications used to treat different conditions caused by the herpes virus. Zovirax is used to treat shingles, chickenpox, and genital herpes. Abreva is used to treat cold sores/fever blisters on the face or lips.

Is there a generic for XERESE?

There is currently no generic for Xerese (acyclovir / hydrocortisone), so it can be expensive, even with insurance. GoodRx coupons, copay cards and patient assistance programs may help lower the cost.

How long does XERESE take to work?

XERESE should be applied 5 times a day for 5 days, directly on your cold sore. You should start treatment as soon as you notice the first sign of a cold sore. Talk to your doctor if your cold sore is not better in 2 weeks.

Do you need a prescription for xerese?

XERESE® (acyclovir and hydrocortisone) cream 5%/1% is a prescription medicine used in patients ages 6 and older to lessen the healing time of cold sores (herpes labialis) and lessen the chance of a cold sore becoming worse (ulcerating).

How much does xerese cost?

About Xerese The lowest GoodRx price for the most common version of Xerese is around $1,202.04, 15% off the average retail price of $1,418.26. Compare herpes virus nucleoside analogue / corticosteroid combinations.

Is there a generic brand for Zovirax cream?

Mylan announced that the FDA has approved its Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) for Acyclovir Ointment, the generic version of Valeant’s Zovirax Ointment.

What is the generic name for Zovirax?

Acyclovir (Zovirax) is an antiviral medication used for the treatment of herpes, shingles, and chickenpox. It comes in many different formulations including a capsule, oral and buccal tablet, and topical cream or ointment.

Can you get xerese over the counter?

Topical medications can either be OTC or prescription—but only XERESE® combines an antiviral drug and an anti-inflammatory drug.

Who makes xerese?

OraPharma is a subsidiary of Bausch Health. This offer is only valid for patients who have commercial insurance, and for cash-pay patients who are 65 years of age or younger and do not have any insurance.

Do you need a prescription for Zovirax cream?

Zovirax Cream is a prescription medicine used to treat the symptoms of cold sores (Herpes Labialis) and Genital Herpes. Zovirax Cream may be used alone or with other medications. Zovirax Cream belongs to a class of drugs called Antivirals.