17 Questions
What is the primary mechanism of action of most antiviral drugs?
Inhibiting replication of the virus
How should antiretroviral drugs be administered?
After reading and understanding prescriber's orders
What should accompany drug therapy in patients receiving antiretroviral drugs?
Comfort measures and supportive nursing care
Why are viruses difficult to treat compared to bacteria?
Because viruses replicate inside human cells
When should antiviral drugs be administered for optimal blood levels?
Around the clock, as ordered
Why do most antiviral drugs target replication of the virus?
Because stopping replication prevents further spread of the virus
Which antiviral drug is effective against only influenza A viruses?
Rimantadine
Which antiviral medication is a synthetic nucleoside analogue used to suppress the replication of HSV-1, HSV-2, and VZV?
Valacyclovir
Which antiviral drug has a longer half-life and causes fewer central nervous system adverse effects compared to Amantadine?
Rimantadine
Which antiviral drug is considered the drug of choice for the treatment of initial and recurrent episodes of HSV-1, HSV-2, and VZV?
Acyclovir
Which antiviral drug is not recommended by the CDC for flu prevention or treatment?
Amantadine
Which antiviral drug is available in oral, topical, and injectable formulations?
Acyclovir
What is a common contraindication for most antiviral drugs used to treat non-HIV viral infections?
Severe drug allergy
In which group are Amantadine and Famciclovir contraindicated?
Lactating women
Why is Ribavirin contraindicated in pregnant women?
Teratogenic potential
What is an adverse effect of antiviral drugs due to the difficulty of selective killing of viruses?
Toxicity affecting healthy cells
Which antiviral drug should not be used by pregnant women or their male sexual partners due to its teratogenic potential?
Ribavirin
Explore significant drug interactions that commonly occur with antiviral drugs when administered via systemic routes versus topical application. Learn about specific antiviral drugs like amantadine and rimantadine and their effectiveness against influenza A viruses.
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