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Ganciclovir is a synthetic guanine derivative active against cytomegalovirus (CMV). CYTOVENE-IV is the brand name for ganciclovir sodium for injection. CYTOVENE (ganciclovir) -IV is available as sterile lyophilized powder in strength of 500 mg per vial for intravenous administration only. Each vial of CYTOVENE-IV contains the equivalent of 500 mg ganciclovir as the sodium salt (46 mg sodium).
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to ganciclovir or acyclovir (Zovirax). Ganciclovir implant (Vitrasert) is used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) infection of the eye. Ganciclovir gel (Zirgan) is used to treat eye ulcers caused by the herpes simplex virus.Ganciclovir is not a cure for CMV or herpes. This medication will not treat symptoms of these infections in any other part of the body.his is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. Read the Zirgan (ganciclovir ophthalmic gel) Side Effects Center for a complete guide to possible side effects.