infections of the skin and mucous membranes caused by herpes simplex viruses type I (herpes labialis) or type II (genital herpes) and varicella-zoster virus;
other viral infections (e.g. subacute sclerosing encephalitis);
supporting treatment in people with reduced immunity.
You should consult your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms: sudden wheezing difficulty breathing swelling of the eyelids, face or lips rash or itching (especially if they affect the whole body)
The following side effects have been reported
common, i.e. more than 1 in 100 but less than 1 in 10 patients: transient increase in blood uric acid levels increase in liver enzymes or blood urea nitrogen levels - as shown by blood tests ordered by your doctor nausea with vomiting or painlessness stomach itching skin rash (as sole symptom) headache dizziness fatigue or malaise joint pain
uncommon, i.e. more than 1 in 1000 but less than 1 in 100 patients: diarrhea constipation nervousness sleepiness or difficulty sleeping (insomnia) increased urine volume (polyuria)