Acyclovir
· Trade Name
Zovirax
· Generic Name
ACYCLOVIR
· Drug Class
Antiviral medication
· How It Works
Inhibits DNA polymerase
Incorporates into viral DNA
· Serious Reactions
hallucinations
psychosis
encephalopathy
seizures
coma
leukopenia
thrombocytopenia
angioedema
anaphylaxis
erythema multiforme
Stevens-Johnson syndrome
toxic epidermal necrolysis
photosensitivity
hepatitis
renal failure
hemolytic uremic syndrome
· Common Reactions
nausea
vomiting
diarrhea
headache
malaise
dizziness
arthralgia
rash
lethargy
confusion
agitation
Posted on February 12, 2009
