Famvir is an anti-viral topical cream that is prescribed to treat the herpes virus in all of its forms. It is also is used to prevent irritation to shingles sufferers. It attacks the virus and prohibits proliferation.
Generic Relenza is used to treat flu symptoms caused by influenza virus in patients who have had symptoms for less than 2 days. It may also be given to prevent influenza in people who may be exposed but do not yet have symptoms. It will not treat the common cold.
Generic Symmetrel is an antiviral. It is used to prevent or treat certain influenza (flu) infections (type A). It may be given alone or along with flu shots. Generic Symmetrel will not work for colds, other types of flu or other virus infections. This medicine is also used to treat Parkinson's disease and other movement disorders.
Tamiflu can be used for anyone over the age of one. It is prescribed to prevent the influenza virus. It can also be used to treat the symptoms of influenza as the capsules serve to ease the suffering of headaches and shivering and nausea caused by this virus.
Valtrex is an anti-viral drug that is used to treat all forms of the herpes virus, in particular genital herpes. It can be safely used for cold sores and skin blistering as it halts the proliferation of the cells.
Zovirax – This is clinically proven to relieve the symptoms of cold sores. Used with the early signs of a cold sore such as itching, you can prevent the blister for actually forming at all.
