Ingredient

Valaciclovir Hydrochloride Hydrate

Valacyclovir hydrochloride hydrate is an antiviral agent used for the treatment of herpes virus infections.

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MFDS ingredient code M256855

What does it do?

Valacyclovir hydrochloride hydrate is an antiviral agent used for the treatment of herpes virus infections. This ingredient is converted to acyclovir in the body, inhibiting viral replication. It is primarily used in the treatment of shingles and herpes simplex.

Valacyclovir hydrochloride hydrate is converted to acyclovir in the body, disrupting the process of viral DNA replication. This prevents the virus from replicating, alleviating the infection. It has minimal effects on normal cells, thus acting selectively.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Valacyclovir is a prodrug of acyclovir, with high bioavailability in the body, leading to rapid and sustained effects. Compared to other antiviral agents, it offers excellent convenience in administration and is primarily specialized for herpes viruses.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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