Virux (Acyclovir)
Brand Name: Virux
Generic Name: Acyclovir
Manufacturer/Agent: Square Pharmaceuticals
Formulation: tabs
Strength: 200mg
Pack size: 30
Trade Price: KES 450.00
Retail Price: @ KES 20.00
Class: Antiviral Agents (Anti-infectives)
Mechanism of Action:
Synonym: Acycloguanosine
Molecular Formulae: C8H11N5O3 = 225.2
Precautions: Caution in renal impairment, pregnancy.
Indications/Uses: Herpes simplex 200mg 5 times a day for 5 days. varicella and herpes zoster 800 mg 5 times a day for 7 days, with or without food. topical, ophthalmic, iv formulation available.
Interactions: Increased toxicity with nephrotoxic drugs. probenecid may decrease elimination.
Side Effects: Nausea, vomiting. dizziness. anorexia. fatigue. skin rash. sore throat.