antiherpetic

Desciclovir (DCV), a prodrug of the antiherpetic agent acyclovir (ACV), is converted in humans to ACV, presumably by xanthine oxidase.

Acyclovir (Aciclovir) is a guanine analog and orally active antiviral agent characterized by a narrow antiviral spectrum, high selectivity, and low toxicity. Acyclovir exhibits activity against HSV-1 (IC50 = 0.85 μM), HSV-2 (IC50 = 0.86 μM), and varicella-zoster virus. Acyclovir can be used for herpesvirus treatment research.

Eprociclovir (A-5021) is a novel acyclovir analog that is a potent inhibitor of EHV1 replication and may be used for the treatment and/or prevention of infections with this virus.Eprociclovir has potent anti-herpetic activity against most human herpesviruses.

Tromantadine is an amantadine derivative with antiherpetic activity (inhibits HSV-1 and HSV-2 replication).

Tromantadine hydrochloride is an amantadine derivative with antiherpetic activity (inhibits HSV-1 and HSV-2 replication).