Orofacial HSV-1 Infections

NHSL Antimicrobial Guidelines
NHS Lanarkshire

Orofacial HSV-1 infections

Primary infection HSV gingivosomatitis

Remember the need for analgesia and fluid management.

Severe and/or frequent occurrences: seek Dermatology or ID advice

Drug details

Drug

Aciclovir

Dosage

200mg five times daily

Child Link Dose: BNF for Children: ACICLOVIR

Duration

5 days

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 22/03/2021

Next review date: 22/03/2024

Author(s): NHS Lanarkshire Antimicrobial Management Committee, Dr Dundas, Dr Hylands, S McCormick.

Approved By: AMC; ADTC

Reviewer name(s): NHS Lanarkshire Antimicrobial Management Committee.