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Mechanism of action

ACV-TP competitively inhibits viral DNA polymerase incorporates into and terminates the growing viral DNA chain inactivates of the viral DNA polymerase.

Side effects

Confusion

Storage conditions

Tablets (15°C to 25°C)

Indications

Treat infections caused by certain types of viruses

Route of administration

Orally

Contraindications

Suspension (2°C to 8°C)

Agitation

Hallucinations

Problem with speech

Seizure

Kidney problems

Treat cold sores around mouth and chicken pox

Treat shingles

Thrombotic thrombocytopenic purpura

Chronic Kidney disease stage3B, 3A and 4

Hemolytic uremic syndrome

Dehydration