Contraindication/Precautions

Contraindicated in:
Hypersensitivity to acyclovir or valacyclovir

Use Cautiously in:

• Pre-existing serious neurologic, hepatic, pulmonary, or fluid and electrolyte abnormalities

• Renal impairment (dose alteration recommended if CCr <50 ml/min)

• Geriatric patients (due to age related in renal function)

• Obese patients (dose should be based on ideal body weight)

• Patients with hypoxia

• OB: Lactation: Safety not established

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