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Pharmacies sometimes switch which manufacturer's version of a drug they stock. Enter both product names or DINs — usually printed right on the label or bottle — to see how they compare.
First product
vsAPO-ACYCLOVIR OINTMENT
Second product
ZOVIRAX
This comparison shows regulatory facts from Health Canada. It does not determine whether these products are interchangeable — ask your pharmacist before switching.
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| APO-ACYCLOVIR OINTMENT | ZOVIRAX | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | APOTEX INC | BAUSCH HEALTH, CANADA INC. |
| Active ingredient | ACYCLOVIR | ACYCLOVIR |
| Strength | 5% | 5% |
| Dosage form | OINTMENT | Ointment |
| Route | TOPICAL | Topical |
| Health Canada status | Marketed | Marketed |
| Shortage status | No current shortage | No current shortage |
| Recall / safety alert | None on file | None on file |
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