Does zovirax cream affect other body parts? if someone has genital herpes and applies it does it get absorbed into the body and affect herpes on their mouth? or vice versa?

Herpes treatment: Acyclovir (Zovirax) cream only treats the exact spot it treats; it has no effect on other distant herpes sites. It is also poor treatment even on outbreaks where it is applied. Research shows it is no better than placebo. Only oral treatment is beneficial. For lower frequency and severity of genital HSV2 outbreaks and to reduce viral shedding and protect partners, take oral treatment continuously.