ATC codes:
J05AB01
EMLc
Indication
Herpes simplex infections
ICD11 code:
1F30.Z
INN
Aciclovir
Medicine type
Chemical agent
List type
Core
(EML)
(EMLc)
(EMLc)
Additional notes
The square box applies only to the listing of oral aciclovir on the EML.
Formulations
Parenteral > General injections > IV:
250 mg in vial powder for solution for infusion (as sodium dihydrate) ;
25 mg per mL in vial solution for infusion (as sodium)
Oral > Liquid: 200 mg per 5 mL (EMLc)
Oral > Solid: 200 mg tablet
Oral > Liquid: 200 mg per 5 mL (EMLc)
Oral > Solid: 200 mg tablet
EML status history
Sex
All
Age
Also recommended for children
Therapeutic alternatives
Medicines within the same pharmacological class can be used
Patent information
Patents have expired in most jurisdictions
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Summary of evidence and Expert Committee recommendations
Following the review of the age-appropriateness of formulations of essential medicines for children, the Expert Committee recommended the addition of aciclovir solution for infusion 25 mg/mL, and changes to the description of aciclovir powder for injection to better reflect the product characteristics. The changes apply to the EML and EMLc.