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Overview
Sunward Zorax 5% Cream is supplied as a cream, with Aciclovir (acyclovir) 5%. It is supplied in a pack size of 5g.
No prescription is required for this product, as it is a non-prescription medicine. This page is limited to product, safety and handling information.
If you would like guidance before buying, you can speak to a doctor or pharmacist through an online consultation on DoctorOnCall. Orders are dispensed by a registered pharmacist and delivered to your address.
Directions for Use
Wash your hands before and after use, and apply a thin layer of Sunward Zorax 5% Cream to the affected area as soon as you notice early symptoms such as tingling, itching, or redness. Gently rub the cream in and avoid contact with the eyes, inside the mouth, and other mucous membranes.
Dosage
Apply the cream to the affected area 5 times a day, at roughly 4-hour intervals, for 4 to 5 days; if the cold sore has not healed by then, continue for a further few days, up to a maximum of 10 days of use. Start treatment as early as possible for the best results, ideally at the first sign of tingling before blisters appear.
Storage Instructions
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and keep the tube tightly closed when not in use. Keep out of reach and sight of children.
Side Effects
- Nausea or vomiting
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Diarrhoea
- Joint or muscle pain
- Fatigue or tiredness
- Mild rash or skin reaction
Contraindications
- Known hypersensitivity to aciclovir, valaciclovir, or any ingredient in the cream
- Not for use inside the mouth, eyes, or genital area unless advised by a doctor
- Not a substitute for oral antiviral treatment in cases of severe, widespread, or recurrent genital herpes
Drug / Food Interactions
- No significant drug interactions are expected with topical use, as absorption into the bloodstream is minimal
- Avoid applying other topical creams to the same area at the same time without advice from a pharmacist
- Inform your pharmacist if you are using other treatments for cold sores or skin conditions in the same area
Quick Tips
- Apply at the very first sign of tingling, itching, or redness for the best chance of a shorter outbreak
- Wash your hands before and after applying to avoid spreading the virus to other parts of the body or to other people
- Avoid sharing lip balm, cups, cutlery, or towels while a cold sore is active
- Do not apply to broken skin inside the mouth or near the eyes
- See a doctor if cold sores are frequent, severe, or do not improve with treatment
Ingredients / Active Ingredients
- Aciclovir (acyclovir) 5%
- Cream base excipients as listed on the product packaging
Related Health Conditions
Safety Advice
Pregnancy
This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if prescribed by a doctor after careful evaluation.
Breastfeeding
Use with caution. Monitor infant for potential adverse reactions.
Kidney
Use cautiously. Dose adjustment or monitoring may be required.
Liver
Use cautiously. Liver function monitoring may be required.
Alcohol
Consuming alcohol with this medicine is generally safe, but moderate intake is advised.
Driving
Use caution while driving until you know how this medicine affects you.
Relevant Information
Cold sores are caused by a virus that remains dormant in the body between outbreaks, often triggered by stress, sunlight, fever, or a weakened immune system, so topical aciclovir treats the current outbreak rather than curing the underlying infection. Frequent recurrences, or cold sores in someone with a weakened immune system, may need assessment by a doctor to consider additional or oral antiviral treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Sunward Zorax 5% Cream is a non-prescription product and can be ordered without a prescription. It is still dispensed by a registered pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Sunward Zorax 5% Cream is a cream containing Aciclovir (acyclovir) 5%. The full ingredient list is shown in the Composition or Ingredients section on this page and on the product packaging.
It is supplied in a pack size of 5g. Choose the pack size you need from the options shown on this page before adding the item to your cart.
This page is limited to product, safety and handling information in line with Malaysian rules on medicine information. If you want advice on whether this product suits you, book an online consultation with a doctor or pharmacist on DoctorOnCall.
Use it exactly as stated on the pack label, without changing the amount or how often you use it. If anything on the label is unclear, check with a pharmacist before the first use, and read the Directions for Use section on this page.
Yes. DoctorOnCall offers online consultations with licensed doctors and registered pharmacists, so you can ask about this product, your existing medicines, or anything on the label before you place an order.
Store below 25°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and keep the tube tightly closed when not in use. Keep out of reach and sight of children. Keep it in its original pack and do not use it after the expiry date printed on the packaging.
Stop using the product and speak to a doctor or pharmacist about any reaction that concerns you. Seek medical care immediately for signs of a severe reaction such as difficulty breathing, swelling of the face, lips or throat, or a widespread rash. Reported reactions are listed in the Side Effects section on this page.
Within Malaysia, standard delivery takes 3 to 5 working days. Same-day delivery is available in the Klang Valley for orders placed before 12pm; orders placed after 12pm arrive by the end of the next day.
Orders to Singapore are sent as international deliveries and take 5 to 9 working days. A lump-sum shipping and handling fee applies to every overseas delivery and is shown at checkout.
Customers in Malaysia can pay by FPX online banking, credit or debit card (Visa and Mastercard), and supported e-wallets including Touch ‘n Go eWallet, GrabPay and ShopeePay.
FPX and local e-wallets are tied to Malaysian bank and wallet accounts, so if your delivery address is in Singapore, use the payment options displayed at checkout for that address rather than assuming the same list applies.
Yes. DoctorOnCall ships to Singapore as an international order dispatched from Malaysia, arriving in 5 to 9 working days with a lump-sum shipping and handling fee.
Singapore’s Health Sciences Authority (HSA) allows personal imports of up to three months’ supply of a medicine for your own use or an immediate family member’s, as long as it contains no controlled drugs, psychotropic substances or prohibited items. Keep the product in its original labelled packaging and keep a copy of your prescription or doctor’s letter with it. Quantities above three months’ supply, and medicines containing controlled substances, require prior HSA approval.
Products listed on DoctorOnCall are registered with Malaysia’s Ministry of Health for supply in Malaysia, and each pack carries its MAL registration number.
An order delivered to Singapore arrives as a personal import of a Malaysia-registered product; HSA product registration is not required for personal-use quantities, but it is also not the same as a product registered for sale in Singapore. If you need a locally registered Singapore product, buy it from a pharmacy in Singapore.
DoctorOnCall’s customer care team handles order, delivery and product queries through the contact channels on the site, including WhatsApp and the online help centre.
For deliveries to Singapore, allow more time before chasing an order than you would for a local Malaysian delivery, as the parcel passes through customs clearance and tracking updates can appear later in the journey.
Product Specifications
| Brand | Sunward |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Sunward |
| Classification | Non-prescription |
| Ingredients / Active Ingredients | Acyclovir |
| Weight | 5g |
| Shelf Life | Use Sunward Zorax 5% Cream within the shelf life stated on the packaging when stored correctly and unopened; check the expiry date before use and do not use the cream after this date. |
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