Drug reference
foscarnet
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Drug class
Anti Virals (Cytomegalovirus)
Mechanism of action
Inhibits activity of pyrophosphate binding site on virus-specific DNA polymerases and reverse transcriptases; active against CMV, HSV-1, and HSV-2
Common side effects
- Anemia
- Vomiting
- Nausea
- Fever
- Abnormal renal function/decreased CrCl (27%)
- Diarrhea
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is foscarnet?
foscarnet belongs to: Anti Virals.
How does foscarnet work?
Inhibits activity of pyrophosphate binding site on virus-specific DNA polymerases and reverse transcriptases; active against CMV, HSV-1, and HSV-2
What are the common side effects of foscarnet?
Anemia, Vomiting, Nausea, Fever, Abnormal renal function/decreased CrCl (27%), Diarrhea
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