Aciclovir was patented in 1974, and approved for medical use in 1981.
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10 Facts About Aciclovir
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Aciclovir is used for the treatment of herpes simplex virus and varicella zoster virus infections, including:.
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Aciclovir taken by mouth does not appear to decrease the risk of pain after shingles.
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Aciclovir is recommended by the CDC for treatment of varicella during pregnancy, especially during the second and third trimesters.
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Aciclovir is excreted in the breast milk, therefore it is recommended that caution should be used in breast-feeding women.
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Aciclovir is active against most species in the herpesvirus family.
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Aciclovir is poorly water-soluble and has poor oral bioavailability, hence intravenous administration is necessary if high concentrations are required.
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Aciclovir was seen as the start of a new era in antiviral therapy, as it is extremely selective and low in cytotoxicity.
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Aciclovir is the international nonproprietary name and British Approved Name while acyclovir is the United States Adopted Name and former British Approved Name.
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