Acyclovir Side Effects (Zovirax)

Like other antiviral drugs for herpes treatment, Zovirax (Acyclovir) also has a set of side effects that you may experience upon taking it. Here, we listed the most common and severe adverse reactions to Zovirax.

Zovirax – Acyclovir Side Effects

Adverse reactions requiring urgent medical help:

The following is the list of side effects where immediate medical therapy is necessary. If you experience these unwanted effects, report your condition to the healthcare professional immediately.

• Canker sores
• Pain in the gums
• Ulcer in the mouth
• White spots on the tongue
• Severe nausea
• Recurrent vomiting
• Severe diarrhea
• Abdominal pain
• Gingival pain
• Aphthous stomatitis
• Sore throat
• Gastrointestinal distress
• Severe headache
• Renal pain
• Dizziness
• Convulsions
• Change in taste
• Shakiness
• Malaise
• Rashes
• Hair loss
• Anemia
• Blood clotting
• Agitation
• Irregular heartbeat
• Confusion

Adverse reactions NOT requiring urgent medical help:

The following is the list of adverse reactions where immediate medical attention is not needed. These are also the most common side effects of Zovirax. They are manageable. Rest, and home remedies can help. However, if these side effects persist longer than expected, report your condition to the doctor immediately.

• Rashes
• Swelling of the tongue
• Difficulty breathing
• Mild headache
• Skin redness