An antiviral agent used in the treatment of cytomegalovirus retinitis. Foscarnet also shows activity against human herpes viruses and HIV.
Synonyms
Phosphonomethanoic acid
Foscarnet
Phosphonoformate
Carboxyphosphonic acid
Phosphonoformic acid
Foscarmet
Foscarnet sodium
Brand Names
Foscarnet
Foscavir
Vocarvi
Foscarnet Sodium
Foscavir UK
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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