- Acyclic guanosine analog that competes with deoxyguanosine triphosphate to inhibit viral DNA polymerase
- Resistance mediated by mutation in or decrease of thymidine kinase
- Adverse drug reactions include:
- Acute kidney injury from crystal deposition, so maintain hydration
- Phlebitis
- Neurotoxicity, with lethargy, confusion, tremor, myoclonus, agitation, hallucinations, and extrapyramidal symptoms
References
- ^ Tony H. Huynh, Mark W. Johnson, Grant M. Comer, Douglas N. Fish. Vitreous Penetration of Orally Administered Valacyclovir. American Journal of Ophthalmology. 2008;145(4):682-686. doi:10.1016/j.ajo.2007.11.016.
