Aciclovir - Herpes infection
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Status 1
Green
Formulations :
- Dispersible tablets
- Suspension
- Tablets
Formulary Status :
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials
Status 2
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
- Eye ointment
Formulary Status :
Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Not 1st-line due to cost.
Ganciclovir 0.15% eye gel is much less expensive than aciclovir and should be considered 1st-line.
Documentation
- No records returned.
PAD Profile
ChemicalSubstance :
Aciclovir
Indication :
Herpes infection
Group Name :
Keywords :
herpes simplex, herpes zoster, varicella zoster, varicella-zoster, chickenpox
Brand Names Include :
Zovirax
Important Information :
Latest Additions Date From :
Latest Additions Date To :
Guidelines :
Supporting Documents :
0
Traffic Light Entries :
3
Other Indications
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Other Drugs
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Committee Recommendations (2)
GENERIC Aciclovir has been considered by the PCN and has been assigned a GREEN traffic light status.
NOTE - the branded product, Zovirax, was considered BLACK at the PCN in May 2017.
NOTE - the branded product, Zovirax, was considered BLACK at the PCN in May 2017.
This drug has been agreed as appropriate for initiation in Primary Care and/or continued in Primary Care following a recommendation from specialists in other health care sectors. Following consideration by the PCN, it has been assigned a GREEN traffic light status