Definitions for acyclovir
eɪˈsaɪ kloʊˌvɪər, -klə-acy·clovir

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1. acyclovir, Zoviraxnoun

   an oral antiviral drug (trade name Zovirax) used to treat genital herpes; does not cure the disease but relieves the symptoms

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1. acyclovirnoun

   An antiviral drug used in the treatment of genital herpes.

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1. acyclovir

   Aciclovir (ACV), also known as acyclovir, is an antiviral medication. It is primarily used for the treatment of herpes simplex virus infections, chickenpox, and shingles. Other uses include prevention of cytomegalovirus infections following transplant and severe complications of Epstein–Barr virus infection. It can be taken by mouth, applied as a cream, or injected.Common side effects include nausea and diarrhea. Potentially serious side effects include kidney problems and low platelets. Greater care is recommended in those with poor liver or kidney function. It is generally considered safe for use in pregnancy with no harm having been observed. It appears to be safe during breastfeeding. Aciclovir is a nucleoside analogue that mimics guanosine. It works by decreasing the production of the virus's DNA.Aciclovir was patented in 1974, and approved for medical use in 1981. It is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines. It is available as a generic medication and is marketed under many brand names worldwide. In 2020, it was the 162nd most commonly prescribed medication in the United States, with more than 3 million prescriptions.

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1. acyclovir

   Acyclovir is an antiviral medication used to treat infections caused by certain types of viruses such as herpes simplex and varicella-zoster. This includes diseases like chickenpox, shingles, and outbreaks of genital herpes. It does not cure these infections but reduces the severity and length of outbreaks, preventing new sores from forming, and decreases itching and pain. It also helps the sores to heal faster. It is usually taken orally, but can also be applied topically or administered intravenously.

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1. Acyclovir

   A GUANOSINE analog that acts as an antimetabolite. Viruses are especially susceptible. Used especially against herpes.

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   The numerical value of acyclovir in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

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   The numerical value of acyclovir in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
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