Zovirax Injection (Acyclovir Sodium) - Summary

SUMMARY

ZOVIRAX is the brand name for acyclovir, a synthetic nucleoside analog active against herpesviruses. Acyclovir sodium for injection is a sterile lyophilized powder for intravenous administration only.

Herpes Simplex Infections in Immunocompromised Patients: ZOVIRAX for Injection is indicated for the treatment of initial and recurrent mucosal and cutaneous herpes simplex (HSV-1 and HSV-2) in immunocompromised patients.

Initial Episodes of Herpes Genitalis: ZOVIRAX for Injection is indicated for the treatment of severe initial clinical episodes of herpes genitalis in immunocompetent patients.

Herpes Simplex Encephalitis: ZOVIRAX for Injection is indicated for the treatment of herpes simplex encephalitis.

Neonatal Herpes Simplex Virus Infection: ZOVIRAX for Injection is indicated for the treatment of neonatal herpes infections.

Varicella-Zoster Infections in Immunocompromised Patients: ZOVIRAX for Injection is indicated for the treatment of varicella-zoster (shingles) infections in immunocompromised patients.

See all Zovirax Injection indications & dosage >>

NEWS HIGHLIGHTS RELATED TO ZOVIRAX INJECTION

Published Studies Related to Zovirax Injection (Acyclovir)

Suppressive acyclovir therapy reduces HIV cervicovaginal shedding in HIV- and HSV-2-infected women, Chiang Rai, Thailand. [2008.09.01]

An international, randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, study of valacyclovir for the suppression of herpes simplex virus type 2 genital herpes in newly diagnosed patients. [2008.07]

Double-blind study comparing 2 dosages of valacyclovir hydrochloride for the treatment of uncomplicated herpes zoster in immunocompromised patients 18 years of age and older. [2008.05.01]

Regression of herpes viral infection symptoms using melatonin and SB-73: comparison with Acyclovir. [2008.05]

The effect of daily valacyclovir suppression on herpes simplex virus type 2 viral shedding in HSV-2 seropositive subjects without a history of genital herpes. [2008.03]

more >>

Clinical Trials Related to Zovirax Injection (Acyclovir)

Double-Blind Placebo-Controlled Study Comparing the Combination of 15% SP-303 Gel With Acyclovir Versus Acyclovir Alone for the Treatment of Recurrent Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV) Infections in Subjects With Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome (AIDS) [Completed]

The Safety and Effectiveness of Zidovudine Plus Acyclovir in Patients With Early HIV Infection [Completed]

A Randomized Controlled Trial of Acyclovir Among HIV and HSV-2 Co-Infected Women, Chiang Rai, Thailand [Completed]

Bioequivalence Study of Aciclovir 5% Cream in Japanese Healthy Volunteers [Recruiting]

Comparison of Brovavir Versus Acyclovir in the Treatment of Herpes in HIV-Infected Patients [Completed]

more >>