Acyclovir (Zovirax) ointment has been prescribed for a client with oral herpes lesions. The nurse includes the following information when educating the client regarding this medication: Select all that apply
1. Adverse effects include vomiting and diarrhea.
2. It can reduce the length of the herpes outbreak.
3. It is an antibiotic medication.
4. Repeated usage of the drug will likely put the client into a permanent remission state.
5. It is most effective when administered intravenously.
1. Adverse effects include vomiting and diarrhea.
2. It can reduce the length of the herpes outbreak.
Rationale: Adverse effects include vomiting and diarrhea. Adverse effects include headache, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. It can reduce the length of the herpes outbreak. Acyclovir is used to reduce the severity and length of an outbreak of herpes simplex. It is an antibiotic medication. Acyclovir is an antiviral agent. Repeated usage of the drug will likely put the client into a permanent remission state. Herpes simplex is a viral condition that is not curable, and outbreaks are likely to occur when the client is physically and/or emotionally stressed. It is most affective when administered intravenously. For patients with intact immune systems, oral acyclovir (Zovirax) is generally used.
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