
Aciclovir - Herpes infection
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Status 1
Green
Formulations :
- Dispersible tablets
- Suspension
- Tablets
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Restrictions / Comments :
Important
Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials
Status 2
Green
Formulations :
- Cream
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Important
Aciclovir 5% cream for Herpes simplex
Status 3
Green (see narrative)
Formulations :
- Eye ointment
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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
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PAD Profile
ChemicalSubstance :
Aciclovir
Indication :
Herpes infection
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Keywords :
herpes simplex, herpes zoster, varicella zoster, varicella-zoster, chickenpox
Brand Names Include :
Zovirax
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0
Traffic Light Entries :
4
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
Other Indications
Below are listed other indications that Aciclovir is used to treat.
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Other Drugs
Below are listed other drugs that are used to treat Herpes infection.