Formulary

13.10.3 Antiviral preparations

First Line
Second Line
Specialist
Hospital Only
SELF-CARE: NHS England has published guidance for various common conditions for which over the counter (OTC) items should not be routinely prescribed in primary care. One of these conditions is infrequent cold sores of the lips and face.

Many indigestion and heartburn treatments are cheap to buy and are readily available OTC along with advice from pharmacies. Some self-care medicines are available from shops and supermarkets. 

Aciclovir
  • Cream 5% (£2.27 = 2g) [OTC]

Indications

  • Herpes simplex and varicella–zoster infections