Use of the drug Acyclovir in chickenpox

Varicella is probably the most common infectious disease that occurs in childhood. This is an acutely occurring disease caused by the varicella-zoster virus, transmitted by the airway, manifested by a feverish period, the appearance of a rash on the entire body. Characterized by benign flow and high contagiosity.

The virus penetrates through the airways, through the mucous membranes into the blood. Further, the virus is fixed on the skin epithelial cells and mucous membranes, causing the appearance of a characteristic rash.

The first clinical manifestations of the disease, appear about three weeks after the entry of the pathogen into the body. The acute onset of the disease, accompanied by subfebrile temperature, the child becomes whimsical, whiny. In the initial period, the onset of the disease can be taken as an acute respiratory disease. After a short period of time, almost simultaneously with the temperature, rashes appear. In the beginning, the rash is like a small bubble, with a clear liquid, which can subsequently merge. After about three days they dry up, forming crusts. Rashes are characterized by polymorphism. This means that the rashes appear unevenly, while some elements dry out, others just begin to appear. In especially severe cases, with a weakened organism, the damage to internal organs develops.

Diagnosis of the disease is not difficult. Diagnosis is made on the basis of examination and characteristic rashes.

No special treatment for chickenpox is usually required. The main curative measure is the observance of personal hygiene in order to prevent the attachment of a secondary infection.

Use of the drug Acyclovir in chickenpox

Acyclovir in chickenpox is used as an antiviral drug, by applying it as a cream on the affected areas. The causative agent of chickenpox belongs to the family of herpesviruses, and Acyclovir has activity against most herpes viruses. The antiviral effect of the drug is based on the suppression of DNA synthesis of the virus. This drug is available in tablet form and as an ointment in small tubes, and rectal suppositories. For the treatment of severe forms of the disease, the first two forms of the drug are used. Acyclovir candles for treatment are rarely used.
The dosage of the tablet form for children is calculated per kilogram of the child's weight. Duration of reception of the tablet form is five days. The daily dose of the drug is divided into four doses.

Acyclovir ointment with chickenpox is used to lubricate the elements of the rash on the skin surface. Lubrication can be carried out from the very first days of the disease. Duration of therapy is five days, but if necessary, the duration of treatment is increased. Skin is treated up to six times a day, excluding night time.

Application of the cream Acyclovir in chickenpox usually does not cause adverse reactions. Side effect of the drug is very rare, there may be minor disruption in the functioning of the digestive system when taking the drug inside, with the use of the cream - allergic reactions on the skin and mucous membranes.

Contraindication is an allergic reaction to any component of the drug. Acyclovir in chickenpox is contraindicated in severe disorders of kidney function.

Well interacts with other drugs. When taking the drug in tablet form, it is advisable to use more liquid. Most often, acyclovir in chicken pox is prescribed for adults who have a much more severe illness than children.

The course of the disease is favorable. Ill, is subject to home isolation until the fifth day after the appearance of the last element of the rash.