| Features | |
| Also known as | Aciclovir |
| Blood pressure | No significant effect |
| Chemical name | 9-[(2-Hydroxyethoxy)methyl]guanine |
| Dosage (medical) | 400 mg orally three times a day for treatment of herpes simplex or as prescribed |
| Dosage (sports) | Not applicable |
| Effects | Reduces the duration and severity of herpes outbreaks |
| Formula | C8H11N5O3 |
| Half-life | 2.5 to 3.3 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity | Rare |
| Lab Test | Not specific, may monitor renal function due to excretion pathways |
| Main action | Inhibits viral DNA synthesis |
| Side effects | Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache, fatigue |
| Storage conditions | Store at room temperature between 15-25В°C (59-77В°F) |
| Strength | 800 mg |
| Substance class | Antiviral medication |
| Trade name | Zovirax |
| Use in sports | Not typically used in sports |
| Water Retention | No significant effect |
| Manufacturer | Pharmaceutical |