Acyclovir
Information about Acyclovir
Acyclovir uses
Acyclovir is used in the treatment of herpes labialis, herpes simplex virus infections, shingles, genital herpes infection and chickenpox.
How acyclovir works
Acyclovir is an antiviral medication. It prevents the multiplication of virus in human cells. This stops the virus from producing new viruses and clears up your infection.
Common side effects of acyclovir
Headache, Dizziness, Vomiting, Nausea, Fatigue, Fever, Increased liver enzymes, Stomach pain, Diarrhea, Skin rash, Injection site reaction
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08 Feb 2019 | 02:18 PM (IST)
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