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What is the Generic Name Acyclovir

             **What is the Trade Name for Acyclovir**      Zovirax

             **What is the Indication for Acyclovir**      Genital herpes, herpes zoster, chicken pox

             **What is the Action of Acyclovir**      Interferes with viral DNA synthesis

             **What is the Therapeutic Class of Acyclovir**      Antiviral

             **What is the Pharmacologic Class of Acyclovir**      Purine analogues

             **What are the Nursing Considerations for Acyclovir**      * May cause seizures, renal failure, Stevens-Johnson syndrome, thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura syndrome, diarrhea, dizziness, nausea
  • Monitor renal panel during administration
  • Assess lesions
  • Instruct patient to use proper protection during sexual intercourse