Drug Name:Aciclovir
Drug Class:Antiviral
Mechanism of Action:Inhibits viral DNA synthesis by competing with deoxyguanosine triphosphate for viral DNA polymerase
Use:
  • Treatment of herpes simplex virus infections
  • Prophylaxis of herpes simplex virus infections in immunocompromised patients
  • Treatment of varicella-zoster virus infections
  • Prophylaxis of varicella-zoster virus infections in immunocompromised patients
Side Effects:
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Diarrhea
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to aciclovir or valaciclovir
  • Renal impairment
Specialty:
  • Infectious Disease
  • Dermatology