Varicella-Zoster Medications
Definition of Varicella-Zoster: Varicella zoster (chickenpox) is a disease caused by a virus that is easily spread from one person to another by touching the open sores, sneezing or coughing. It causes vesicles, aches, pains and fever. Most childhood cases are not severe, but it can be very serious and cause death for individuals with weak immune systems.
Drugs associated with Varicella-Zoster
The following drugs and medications are in some way related to, or used in the treatment of Varicella-Zoster. This service should be used as a supplement to, and NOT a substitute for, the expertise, skill, knowledge and judgment of healthcare practitioners.
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| Valtrex (Pro, More...) generic name: valacyclovir class: purine nucleosides | 2 reviews | 9.3 | |
| Foscavir (Pro, More...) generic name: foscarnet class: miscellaneous antivirals | 0 reviews | Not rated Be the first |
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| GamaSTAN S / D (Pro, More...) generic name: immune globulin intramuscular class: immune globulins | 0 reviews | Not rated Be the first |
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| VariZIG (Pro, More...) generic name: varicella zoster immune globulin class: immune globulins | 0 reviews | Not rated Be the first |
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| Biogam (More...) generic name: immune globulin intramuscular class: immune globulins | 0 reviews | Not rated Be the first |
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| BayGam (More...) generic name: immune globulin intramuscular class: immune globulins | 0 reviews | Not rated Be the first |
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See 5 generic medications used to treat this condition
Topics under Varicella-Zoster
- Varicella-Zoster, Prophylaxis (2 drugs)
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Synonym(s): Chickenpox
