Idoxuridine is the active ingredient in an antiviral drug known commercially as herpesin.
This topical medicine is used to treat damage to the skin and mucous membranes caused by the herpes virus.
- The action of the drug prevents the development of the virus.
- Which eventually weakens and loses the ability to produce new viruses.
- This action decreases the duration and intensity of the disease.
Herpes.
Burning; irritation allergy redness; Itching
Pregnant or nursing women; Hypersensitivity to one of the components of the formula; Children.
Topico use