Synonyms in a broader sense Aciclovir, antiviral, antiviral drug Other trade name: Accarix® Aciclostad® Acivir® ViruMed® DYNEXAN Herpes Cream® Uva. Introduction Zovirax is the trade name of a drug with the active ingredient Aciclovir. This is a drug against viral diseases with a herpes virus. Aciclovir can be used locally as an ointment or cream, … Zovirax
Side effects Overall, Zovirax is a well tolerated drug. Very high doses (as an injection) and rapid administration, as well as in the case of pre-damaged kidneys, can lead to impairment of kidney function. This can occur mainly due to crystallization of the drug during excretion with urine. It is therefore advisable to drink a … Side effects | Zovirax
Interactions Interactions occur mainly when Zovirax is combined with other kidney-damaging drugs. In these combinations the kidney damaging effect is increased and therefore a particularly close control of the kidney values and the largest possible fluid intake should be ensured. The drugs cimetidine, Probenecid and mycophenolate can reduce the excretion of acyclovir in the kidney … Interactions | Zovirax
