Aciclovir
Cold sores and genital herpes
An antiviral tablet used to treat and suppress herpes simplex outbreaks.
Indicative price from £13.49
Your treatment request
- Requested medication
- Aciclovir
- Strength
- 200mg
- Pack size
- 15 packs
- Delivery
- Standard delivery (2–3 working days)
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You are requesting your preferred treatment. A qualified prescriber at our partner pharmacy will decide whether it is safe and appropriate. Your card is only charged if the prescriber approves your request. If they decline, the hold is released and you are never charged.
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About this treatment
Aciclovir stops the herpes simplex virus multiplying. It is used to shorten outbreaks of cold sores or genital herpes, and at a lower dose to reduce how often they return.
Patient information leafletImportant warnings
- Prices shown are indicative and confirmed at checkout before payment.
- Tell the prescribers at our partner pharmacy about all medicines you currently take, including anything bought without a prescription.
- Stop taking this medicine and seek urgent medical advice if you experience severe or unexpected side effects.
Common questions
Can you buy Aciclovir online in the UK?
Aciclovir is a pharmacy treatment that can be requested online. You complete a short consultation, and a qualified prescriber decides whether Aciclovir is safe and appropriate for you. Your card is only charged if your consultation is approved.
Can you buy Zovirax online?
Zovirax is closely related to Aciclovir. Search for Aciclovir here, complete the online consultation, and a prescriber will decide which option is appropriate for you.
How much does Aciclovir cost online?
Prices for Aciclovir start from £17.99, depending on the strength and pack size you choose. The exact price is confirmed at checkout before payment.
Do I need a prescription for Aciclovir?
Yes. Aciclovir is only supplied after a prescriber reviews your online consultation. There is no way to skip the health questions.
Is Aciclovir used for cold sores and genital herpes?
Aciclovir is commonly requested for cold sores and genital herpes. Whether it suits you depends on your symptoms, medical history and other medicines you take.
How quickly is Aciclovir delivered?
Requests approved before 1pm are prepared for next working day delivery, with tracked and named day options available at checkout.
Is Aciclovir 400mg tablets the same as Aciclovir?
Aciclovir 400mg tablets is the active ingredient in Aciclovir. Generic versions contain the same active ingredient and are usually lower cost.
Frequently asked questions
Will I be charged if my consultation is not approved?
No. Your card is only charged if a prescriber approves your treatment request. If the prescriber decides the medicine is not suitable, the hold on your card is released and you are never charged.
Does paying guarantee I will receive this medicine?
No. Payment authorises a hold on your card while your treatment request is reviewed. A qualified prescriber at our partner pharmacy decides whether treatment is safe and appropriate, and the same pharmacy carries out its own independent checks.
Who reviews my Aciclovir consultation?
Consultations are reviewed by the prescribers at our partner pharmacy, Pharmacy + Me.
Who dispenses the medicine?
Where a prescription is issued, medicines are dispensed by Pharmacy + Me, GPhC premises registration number 9013270.
This page is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.