Vidarabine

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Vidarabine (pronounced vi-DAR-a-been) is an antiviral drug used primarily in the treatment of herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses.

Etymology

The term "Vidarabine" is derived from vi for viral, dara for daring, and bine for combined. It signifies a combined daring approach to viral infections.

Pronunciation

The pronunciation of Vidarabine is /vɪˈdærəbiːn/.

Usage

Vidarabine is a type of nucleoside analogue, which works by inhibiting the synthesis of viral DNA. It is less commonly used today due to the development of newer drugs with fewer side effects, but remains an important option in certain clinical situations.

Related Terms

  • Antiviral drug: A type of medication used specifically for treating viral infections.
  • Herpes simplex: A viral infection caused by the herpes simplex virus.
  • Varicella zoster: The virus responsible for causing chickenpox and shingles.
  • Nucleoside analogue: A type of antiviral or anticancer medication that mimics the building blocks of DNA and RNA.

See Also

  • Acyclovir: Another antiviral drug used in the treatment of herpes simplex and varicella zoster viruses.
  • Ganciclovir: An antiviral medication used to treat cytomegalovirus infections.

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