Question 1

How can I reorder Denavir from Polar Bear Meds?

Accepted Answer

To reorder Denavir online from Polar Bear Meds, simply find it on our website, add it to your cart, and complete your purchase with a valid prescription. You can also refill by calling our toll-free number or sending a fax with your prescription information.

Question 2

Can I get a free consultation when I order Denavir online from Polar Bear Meds?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can receive a free consultation when ordering Denavir online from us. We provide access to licensed medical professionals for one-on-one support to discuss your treatment, ensuring the medication is appropriate and used safely for your condition.

Question 3

How fast does Denavir work?

Accepted Answer

Denavir begins to work quickly, with clinical studies showing it can reduce healing time. Patients using penciclovir (Denavir) experienced relief from pain and had their cold sores heal approximately half a day faster (in 4.5 days) compared to those using a placebo (5 days).

Question 4

Is acyclovir the same as Denavir?

Accepted Answer

No, acyclovir (Zovirax) and Denavir (penciclovir) are not the same, though both are antiviral drugs for herpes. A key difference is their availability; acyclovir comes in oral and topical forms, while penciclovir is only available as a topical cream.

Question 5

Is Denavir cream over the counter?

Accepted Answer

No, Denavir is not available over the counter. It is a prescription-only medication used for treating cold sores in individuals 12 years of age and older.

Question 6

Can Denavir be used for genital herpes like Acyclovir?

Accepted Answer

No, Denavir (penciclovir) is not approved or recommended for treating genital herpes. Unlike oral acyclovir, which is a systemic treatment, Denavir is a topical cream designed specifically for use on the lips and face to treat cold sores (herpes labialis).

Question 7

Is Denavir effective if I start using it late?

Accepted Answer

Its effectiveness is significantly reduced if the application is delayed. Denavir works best when applied at the very first sign of a cold sore, like tingling, itching, or redness. Starting treatment after the blister has formed may yield minimal benefits.

Question 8

Is Denavir cream a steroid?

Accepted Answer

No, Denavir is not a steroid. It is an antiviral medication. Its active ingredient, penciclovir, works by stopping the herpes simplex virus from multiplying, which is a completely different mechanism of action than steroids.