Medications Approved for Automatic Therapeutic Interchange Dosage Conversion Guidelines (Note: “Therapeutic Interchange” should be placed in the order comments)
Topical Antivirals
Medication
Ordered
Brand Name
Available Dosages
Frequency
Formulary Medication
Dose
Frequency
Acyclovir
Zovirax Cream
Zovirax Ointment
5%
As prescribed
Docosonal 10%
(Abreva)
Same as prescribed
Same as prescribed (up to 5x/day)
Last updated: Feb. 29, 2024
Therapeutic Interchange: T.I.
Restricted: Acyclovir ointment is restricted to large surface areas
Medications Approved for Automatic Therapeutic Interchange Dosage Conversion Guidelines
(Note: “Therapeutic Interchange” should be placed in the order comments)
Topical Antivirals
Medication
Ordered
Brand Name
Available Dosages
Frequency
Formulary Medication
Dose
Frequency
Acyclovir
Zovirax Cream
Zovirax Ointment
5%
As prescribed
Docosonal 10%
(Abreva)
Same as prescribed
Same as prescribed (up to 5x/day)