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10 mg/kg IV q8h (Dose by adjusted body weight if BMI 30 or greater)
HSV: 400 mg PO TID
VZV: 800 mg PO 5 times per day
GI upset, phlebitis- common
Increased SCr, AKI from crystal nephropathy
Mycophenolate can increase the acyclovir concentration
May diminish efficacy of zoster or varicella vaccine
Antimicrobial class: Antiviral, nucleoside analogue
Pregnancy category: B
