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penciclovir

penciclovir (PENCICLOVIR) is a human herpesvirus 1 dna polymerase inhibitor. Associated with Amneal Pharma Europe Ltd. Route of administration: topical. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
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Drug details — penciclovir
US status
approved
Class
Route
TOPICAL
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Quick answer

penciclovir (PENCICLOVIR) is a human herpesvirus 1 dna polymerase inhibitor. Associated with Amneal Pharma Europe Ltd. Route of administration: topical. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN penciclovir
Brand PENCICLOVIR
Mechanism Human herpesvirus 1 DNA polymerase inhibitor
Target DNA polymerase catalytic subunit
Route TOPICAL
Formulation CREAM

Mechanism of action

Human herpesvirus 1 DNA polymerase inhibitor

Primary target: DNA polymerase catalytic subunit

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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  5. ganciclovir sodium Human herpesvirus 1 DNA polymerase inhibitor
  6. valacyclovir hydrochloride Human herpesvirus 1 DNA polymerase inhibitor

Frequently asked questions

What is penciclovir?

penciclovir (PENCICLOVIR) is a human herpesvirus 1 dna polymerase inhibitor. Associated with Amneal Pharma Europe Ltd. Route of administration: topical. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for penciclovir?

PENCICLOVIR is a marketed brand name for penciclovir. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of penciclovir?

penciclovir has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.