Foscarnet
Foscarnet
Foscarnet (pronounced: fos-KAR-net) is an antiviral drug used in the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis (an infection of the retina of the eye) in people with AIDS and in the treatment of herpes simplex virus infections that did not respond to other treatments.
Etymology
The term "Foscarnet" is derived from the chemical name of the drug, which is phosphonoformic acid. The name is an acronym for Formic Acid Sodium Calcium Replacement Nucleotide.
Usage
Foscarnet works by blocking the viral DNA polymerase, an enzyme virus needs to multiply. It is administered intravenously, usually in a hospital setting.
Side Effects
Common side effects of Foscarnet include kidney damage, electrolyte imbalance, and seizures. It is important to monitor kidney function and electrolyte levels during treatment.
Related Terms
- Antiviral drug
- Cytomegalovirus
- AIDS
- Herpes simplex virus
- DNA polymerase
- Intravenous therapy
- Kidney function
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Seizure
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Foscarnet
- Wikipedia's article - Foscarnet
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