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Brand Names:
Zovirax
What is Acyclovir?
Acyclovir is a type of medicine called an antiviral. Antivirals kill viruses or stop viruses from multiplying. Acyclovir is used to treat herpesvirus infections spread by direct skin-to-skin contact. Acyclovir will not cure herpes infections.
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Reasons Taken
16 patients in the community are taking or have taken Acyclovir.
| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Other | 8 | 50% |
| Rash/skin problems | 3 | 18% |
| Don't know | 1 | 6% |
| Support another treatment | 1 | 6% |
Dosages
Based on the patients currently taking Acyclovir.
Duration
How long current patients have been taking Acyclovir or how long patients were taking Acyclovir before stopping.
Currently taking Acyclovir
Stopped taking Acyclovir
| 0-1 month | 1-3 months | 3-6 months | 6 months-1year | 1-2 years | 2 years or more |
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0
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0
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0
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0
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0
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| Reason | # Patients | Percentage of patients | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Personal research | 1 | 100% |  |