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Foscarnet

Foscarnet
Physician-administered

How to get this medication

Foscarnet is a specialty medication, which means it's costly and requires more steps than usual in order to get it. We break down the process for you.

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How to get Foscarnet

If you've been prescribed Foscarnet or are considering it, we'll walk you through what you need to know about this specialty medication.

About foscarnet

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Foscarnet is part of the CMV Nucleoside Analogues class and treats Herpes and CMV. CMV nucleoside analogues are used to treat CMV. They work by slowing down the growth of the virus to prevent spreading. Foscarnet is only available as a generic drug.

Other CMV Nucleoside Analogues

Related conditions

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