Antivirals Flashcards
1
Q
Action of what class?
(a) Most agents inhibit viral replication.
(b) Although infections caused by a virus are common, antiviral drugs have limited use because they are effective against only a small number of specific vital infections. Typical anti-viral work by inhibiting viral replication.
A
Antivirals
2
Q
What can you use to treat:
(a) Herpes Simplex- initial and recurrent mucosal and cutaneous
(b) HIV
(c) Influenza A and B
(d) Chronic Hepatitis C treatment.
A
Antivirals
3
Q
Examples of what class?
(a) Acyclovir: Zovirax
(b) Vancyclovir: Valtrex
(c) Penciclovir (topical): Denavir
(d) Oseltamivir: Tamiflu
A
Antivirals (clovir) (ivir)
4
Q
Contraindications for antivirals?
A
congestive heart failure, seizures, or renal disease.
