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

1. Influenza (Flu)
   Oseltamivir (Tamiflu)
   Zanamivir (Relenza)
   Peramivir (Rapivab)
   Baloxavir marboxil (Xofluza)
2. Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV)
   Acyclovir (Zovirax)
   Valacyclovir (Valtrex)
   Famciclovir (Famvir)
3. Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)
   Tenofovir/Emtricitabine (Truvada)
   Dolutegravir/Abacavir/Lamivudine (Triumeq)
   Bictegravir/Emtricitabine/Tenofovir alafenamide (Biktarvy)
   Ritonavir (Norvir)
   Darunavir (Prezista)
4. Hepatitis B
   Entecavir (Baraclude)
   Tenofovir disoproxil fumarate (Viread)
   Tenofovir alafenamide (Vemlidy)
   Lamivudine (Epivir-HBV)
5. Hepatitis C
   Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir (Epclusa)
   Glecaprevir/Pibrentasvir (Mavyret)
   Ledipasvir/Sofosbuvir (Harvoni)
   Sofosbuvir/Velpatasvir/Voxilaprevir (Vosevi)
6. 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.