Acyclovir (cont.)
Medical and Pharmacy Editor:
In this Article
- What Is Acyclovir and How Does It Work?
- What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Acyclovir?
- What Other Drugs Interact with Acyclovir?
- What Are Warnings and Precautions for Acyclovir?
What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Acyclovir (Zovirax)?
Common side effects or health problems may include:
- Oral medication
- Parenteral medication
- Inflammation or phlebitis at injection site
- Nausea and abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Rash or hives
- Elevated transaminase levels
Other acyclovir side effects, adverse reactions, or health problems may include:
- Abdominal pain
- Aggression
- Agitation
- Anemia (low iron in the blood)
- Ataxia (a condition that causes the loss of control over body movement)
- Coma
- Confusion
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- Hair loss
- Loss of appetite
- Severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)
- Skin swelling
This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems may occur as a result of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Medically Reviewed by a Doctor on 4/14/2017
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