PENCICLOVIR (Denavir) Nursing Considerations

What is the generic name?

PENCICLOVIR

What is the Trade Name for PENCICLOVIR?

Denavir

What are the Indications for PENCICLOVIR?

• 1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE DENAVIR is a deoxynucleoside analog HSV DNA polymerase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in adults and children 12 years of age or older. DENAVIR ¬Æ is a deoxynucleoside analog HSV DNA polymerase inhibitor indicated for the treatment of recurrent herpes labialis (cold sores) in adults and pediatric patients12 years of age and older. ( 1 )

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