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Anitvirals, Other drugs for RSV, PCP

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What are the two antiviral agents mentioned in class?   Acyclovir, Valacyclovir  
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Valacyclovir is a prodrug of what?   Acyclovir  
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What virus is Valacyclovir indicated for?   Herpes simplex Virus  
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Where is the Herpes virus commom?   ICU  
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What are the reasons for complications in treating viruses?   Attacking virus could harm the host, No symptoms when virus replicates, Viruses are mutants  
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What other drugs can be used to treat RSV?   RSV-IGIV, Palivizumab/Synagis  
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Who is indicated for Respigam?   Children at risk of RSV: <24mos w/history of BPD and premature birth  
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What is the mode of action for Respigam?   Passive immunity - exposure to antibody of RSV  
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What is the mode of action for Palivizumab/Synagis?   Prevents viral replication  
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What does PCP stand for?   Pneumocystis Carinii Pneumonia  
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Who is most at risk for PCP?    
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