An antiviral agent used in the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis. Foscarnet also shows activity against human herpes viruses and HIV.
Synonyms
Phosphonoformate
Foscarnet
Carboxyphosphonic acid
Foscarmet
Phosphonomethanoic acid
Phosphonoformic acid
Foscarnet sodium
Brand Names
Vocarvi
Foscavir
Foscarnet
Foscavir UK
Foscarnet Sodium
Indication
For the treatment of CMV retinitis in patients with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) and for treatment of acyclovir-resistant mucocutaneous HSV infections in immunocompromised patients.
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