A woman using CHC is prescribed aciclovir for a herpes simplex outbreak. Does aciclovir interact with CHC?...

Question

A woman using CHC is prescribed aciclovir for a herpes simplex outbreak. Does aciclovir interact with CHC?

Accepted Answer

No, aciclovir does not interact with hormonal contraception

Answer

Yes, aciclovir is an enzyme inducer

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Aciclovir reduces oestrogen absorption

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She must use condoms for the duration of treatment

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Aciclovir increases the risk of VTE with CHC

uk-dfsrh MCQ (SBA): Aciclovir No CHC Interaction