| Also known as |
Aciclovir |
| Blood pressure |
No significant effect |
| Chemical name |
9-[(2-Hydroxyethoxy)methyl]guanine |
| Dosage (medical) |
400 mg orally three times a day for treatment of herpes simplex or as prescribed |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not applicable |
| Effects |
Reduces the duration and severity of herpes outbreaks |
| Formula |
C8H11N5O3 |
| Half-life |
2.5 to 3.3 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Rare |
| Lab Test |
Not specific, may monitor renal function due to excretion pathways |
| Main action |
Inhibits viral DNA synthesis |
| Side effects |
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, fatigue |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature between 15-25В°C (59-77В°F) |
| Strength |
800 mg |
| Substance class |
Antiviral medication |
| Trade name |
Zovirax |
| Use in sports |
Not typically used in sports |
| Water Retention |
No significant effect |
| Manufacturer |
Pharmaceutical |
