Penciclovir topical Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 1, 2023.
Applies to penciclovir topical: topical cream.
Serious side effects of Penciclovir topical
Along with its needed effects, penciclovir topical may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking penciclovir topical:
Rare
- Mild pain, burning, or stinging
Other side effects of Penciclovir topical
Some side effects of penciclovir topical may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
Less common
- Change in sense of taste
- decreased sensitivity of skin, particularly to touch
- redness of the skin
- skin rash
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to penciclovir topical: topical cream.
General
In clinical trials, 1 or more local side effects were reported by 3% of patients using penciclovir topical and 4% of patients using placebo.[Ref]
Local
Common (1% to 10%): Application site reaction (including skin burning sensation, skin pain, hypoesthesia)
Frequency not reported: Hypesthesia/local anesthesia, erythematous rash, taste perversion
Dermatologic
Frequency not reported: Mild erythema
Postmarketing reports: Allergic dermatitis (including rash, pruritus, blisters, edema), local edema, pain, paresthesia, pruritus, skin discoloration, urticaria, aggravated condition, decreased therapeutic response[Ref]
Nervous system
Postmarketing reports: Headache, parosmia[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Postmarketing reports: Hypersensitivity[Ref]
Other
Postmarketing reports: Oral/pharyngeal edema[Ref]
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References
1. Product Information. Denavir (penciclovir topical). SmithKline Beecham. 2001;PROD.
2. Cerner Multum, Inc. UK Summary of Product Characteristics.
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.
