<p>Aciclovir is indicated for-</p>

<ul>
	<li>The treatment of viral infections due to Herpes simplex virus (type I &amp; II) and Varicella zoster virus (herpes zoster &amp; chicken pox).</li>
	<li>The treatment of Herpes simplex virus infections of the skin and mucous membranes including initial and recurrent genital herpes and herpes labialis.</li>
	<li>The prophylaxis of Herpes simplex infections in immunocompromised patients</li>
</ul>