Drug Name |
Penciclovir |
Drug ID |
BADD_D01708 |
Description |
Penciclovir is a synthetic acyclic guanine derivative with antiviral activity used for the treatment of various herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections. Displaying low toxicity and good selectivity, penciclovir is a nucleoside analogue. |
Indications and Usage |
Used to treat recurrent cold sores on the lips and face from various herpesvirus invections. |
Marketing Status |
approved |
ATC Code |
D06BB06; J05AB13 |
DrugBank ID |
DB00299
|
KEGG ID |
D05407
|
MeSH ID |
C053539
|
PubChem ID |
135398748
|
TTD Drug ID |
D07BYK
|
NDC Product Code |
70600-022; 0378-0896; 29902-0021; 67835-0010; 69875-8004; 0378-9720; 63310-2500; 0093-3186; 65015-899; 71052-107 |
UNII |
359HUE8FJC
|
Synonyms |
penciclovir | 9-(4-hydroxy-3-hydroxymethylbut-1-yl)guanine | penciclovir, monosodium salt | BRL 39123 | BRL-39123 | Penciclovir Visfarm | Denavir | Vectavir | penciclovir, monosodium salt, monohydrate |