Acyclovir is an antiviral drug with a highly selective effect on herpes viruses.
In vitro, acyclovir is active against Herpes simplex types 1 and 2, Varicella zoster (chickenpox, shingles); higher concentrations are required against Epstein-Barr virus.
Many people are familiar with the unpleasant manifestations of herpes. This is not surprising, because according to the WHO, more than 78% of the world’s population is infected with the most common types of the virus: 67% are infected with herpes simplex virus type 1, and another 11% with herpes simplex virus type 2.
The peculiarity and danger of herpes is that it is genetically introduced into the nucleus of nerve cells, after which it remains in the body forever.
Many people do not even realize that they are carriers of the virus, since the pathology in most cases is asymptomatic, without showing itself in any way (this is called a latent state).
The human immune system is able to suppress the development of the virus, but if it weakened, the infection “wakes up”.
Acyclovir is regularly prescribed for the treatment of herpes and is highly effective.
Remember to consult your doctor before taking any medication!