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出典:『Wiktionary』 (2024/06/23 07:58 UTC 版)
valaciclovir (uncountable)
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出典:『Wikipedia』 (2011/07/23 21:56 UTC 版)
Valaciclovir (INN) or valacyclovir (USAN) is an antiviral drug used in the management of herpes simplex and herpes zoster (shingles). It is a prodrug, being converted in vivo to aciclovir. It is marketed by GlaxoSmithKline under the trade name Valtrex or Zelitrex. As of November 25, 2009, Valacyclovir is marketed in generic form in the United States by Ranbaxy Laboratories.