ANTI VIRAL
What are the viral diseases?
Antiviral medications are used to treat a variety of viral infections. Here are some common conditions treated with antiviral medications:
- Influenza (Flu):
- Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
- Varicella-Zoster Virus (VZV)
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
- Hepatitis B and C
- Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Medications for Specific Viral Infections
- Influenza (Flu)
Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)
Zanamivir (Relenza)
Peramivir (Rapivab)
Baloxavir marboxil (Xofluza) - Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
Acyclovir (Zovirax)
Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
Famciclovir (Famvir) - Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
Tenofovir/Emtricitabine (Truvada)
Dolutegravir/Abacavir/Lamivudine (Triumeq)
Bictegravir/Emtricitabine/Tenofovir alafenamide (Biktarvy)
Ritonavir (Norvir)
Darunavir (Prezista) - Hepatitis B
Entecavir (Baraclude)
Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (Viread)
Tenofovir alafenamide (Vemlidy)
Lamivudine (Epivir-HBV) - Hepatitis C
Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir (Epclusa)
Glecaprevir/Pibrentasvir (Mavyret)
Ledipasvir/Sofosbuvir (Harvoni)
Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir/Voxilaprevir (Vosevi) - Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Ganciclovir (Cytovene)
Valganciclovir (Valcyte)
Foscarnet (Foscavir)
Cidofovir (Vistide)
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. Does antiviral medication over the counter have fewer side effects than prescription medications?
A: Not always. Even OTC medications can have negative effects and interact with other medicines or medical conditions.
Q2. Do I need to tell my healthcare provider about my use of antiviral medications over the counter?
A: Yes, disclose to your pharmacist and healthcare provider all OTC medications that you use.
Q3. What should I do if I miss a dose?
A: Follow the instructions on the package. If you're unsure, consult your pharmacist or healthcare provider.
