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ACYCLOVIR SODIUM vs VISTIDE

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated October 8, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ACYCLOVIR SODIUM and VISTIDE are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

acyclovir sodiumvistide

Rating

68/100
72/100

Pharmacy pays

~$4.83 /30
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Type

RX
RX

Active ingredient

ACYCLOVIR SODIUM
CIDOFOVIR

Manufacturer

Eugia Pharma
Gilead Sciences Inc

Dosage forms

Injectable
Solution

Drug class

Herpes Simplex Virus Nucleoside Analog Dna Polymerase Inhibitor
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Boxed warning

None
None

Half-life

about 2.5 to 3.3 hours
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Treats

Chickenpox, Herpes Genitalis, Herpes Labialis
Aids-Related Opportunistic Infections, Cytomegalovirus Retinitis

Frequently asked questions

Which is better-rated, Acyclovir Sodium or Vistide?

By our independent rating, Vistide scores higher — 3.6 vs 3.4 out of 5 for Acyclovir Sodium. Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data.

What is the difference between Acyclovir Sodium and Vistide?

Acyclovir Sodium contains Acyclovir Sodium, while Vistide contains Cidofovir — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.