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antiviral agent [¦an·tē¦vī·rəl ′ā·jənt] (pharmacology) A substance, such as interferon or amantadine, that decreases virus multiplication in the body. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Ribavirin, the only approved antiviral agent that is effective against hantaviruses in vitro (3), has shown efficacy in treating hemorrhagic fever with renal syndrome, a related disease that is caused by hantaviruses indigenous to the Old World (4). Valacyclovir is converted in the intestines to acyclovir, the active antiviral agent. Furthermore, Saint-John's-wort finds usefulness as a wound-healing agent, an anti-inflammatory and antiviral agent. |
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