Term
Acyclovir (Zovirax) is usally the cheapest regimen. Valcyclovir (Valtrex) is a prodrug of acyclovir that results in higher concentrations than with oral acyclovir. If resistant to acyclovir, patient will obviously be resistant to valacyclovir. Famiciclovir (Famvir) is a prodrug of penciclovir. Strains resistant to acyclovir are generally resistant to famciclovir. |
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| Statement. Not a question. |
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| Treatment regimens for Primary (inital episode) Herpes. |
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Definition
Acyclovir (Zoviraxz): 400 mg po TID x 7-10 days
Valacyclovir (Valtrex): 1 g po BID x 7-10 days
Famciclovir (Famvir): 250 mg po TID x 7-10 days |
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| Dosing regimen for chronic suppression. |
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Definition
Acyclovir: 400mg po BID
Valacyclovir: 500 - 1000 mg po daily
Famciclovir: 250 mg po BID |
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Term
What's a serious side effect of Acyclovir.
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Definition
Thrombotic Thrombocytopenic Purpura and Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (TTP/HUS)
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