anti-virals Flashcards
1
Q
Acyclovir (Zovirax) uses
A
herpes herpes zoster (shingles)
2
Q
Acyclovir (Zovirax) side effects
A
topical (temp burning, itching) Oral: GI S/S HA, vertigo IV: renal toxicity thrombophlebitis at IV site
3
Q
Acyclovir (Zovirax) interventions
A
monitor and report severe skin rxn monitor and report severe GI symptoms monitor BUN and creatinine infuse slowly hydrate pt for 2 hours after infusion