Patients with a suppressed immune response may be particularly prone to acyclovir-resistant mucocutaneous herpes simplex infections. Use with caution in patients with renal impairment. The risk of renal impairment is increased by the concomitant use of nephrotoxic medicine. Resistance has also been reported with varicella-zoster virus. Probenecid blocks the renal clearance of acyclovir.
Treatment is symptomatic and supportive.
Round, blue, flat bevelled edged tablet, scored on one side. Securitainers of 25 and 100 tablets. If it causes you any concern or if you have any questions ask your doctor, pharmacist or health care professional. In deciding to use a medicine, the risk of taking the medicine must be weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and your doctor will make.