cytovene
Cytovene (Ganciclovir Sodium) is a cytomegalovirus nucleoside analog dna polymerase inhibitor used to treat Aids-Related Opportunistic Infections, Cytomegalovirus Retinitis.
Ganciclovir Sodium · by Cheplapharm
Key facts
- Active ingredient
- Ganciclovir Sodium
- Form
- Capsule, Injectable
- Strength
- Ganciclovir Sodium EQ 500MG BASE/VIAL **Federal Register Determination That Product was not Discontinued or Withdrawn for Safety or Effectiveness reasons**
- Type
- Prescription (Rx)
- Brand or generic
- Brand-name
- Manufacturer
- Cheplapharm
- FDA application
- NDA019661
- Availability
- Discontinued (per FDA)
Drug class
May treat (source: NIH RxClass)
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Capsule and Injectable
The forms currently marketed in the U.S., per the FDA National Drug Code Directory.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Cytovene treat?
- Cytovene (Ganciclovir Sodium) may be used to treat AIDS-related opportunistic infections, cytomegalovirus retinitis, based on NIH RxClass drug-classification data (conditions a drug may treat — not a verbatim copy of the FDA-approved label). This is general reference, not medical advice.
- Is there a coupon or discount for Cytovene?
- pharmaranks is an independent ratings site, not a pharmacy — we don't issue coupons or sell Cytovene. To pay less, ask your prescriber or pharmacist whether a generic equivalent exists, check the manufacturer's copay/savings card and patient-assistance program, and compare a pharmacy discount card against your insurance copay. Prices vary by pharmacy, insurance, and location, so always confirm at the counter. This is general reference, not medical or financial advice.
- Who makes Cytovene?
- Cytovene is marketed by Cheplapharm. You can see Cheplapharm's full profile, rating, and other products on pharmaranks.
- Is Cytovene a brand-name or generic drug?
- Cytovene is a brand-name product with the active ingredient Ganciclovir Sodium.
- Is Cytovene available over the counter?
- No. Cytovene is a prescription (Rx) medication in the US — you need a prescription from a licensed clinician (in person or via telehealth); it isn't sold over the counter. For some conditions there are OTC alternatives — ask your pharmacist.
- What forms does Cytovene come in?
- Cytovene is currently marketed as capsule and injectable, per the FDA's National Drug Code Directory.
- What class of drug is Cytovene?
- Cytovene is classified as cytomegalovirus nucleoside analog dna polymerase inhibitor, nucleoside analog antiviral, per the FDA's Established Pharmacologic Class.
- Is Cytovene FDA-registered?
- Cytovene is on record with the U.S. FDA under application number NDA019661. You can verify this on its official FDA label.
Information is sourced from public FDA regulatory data. Provided for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional and the current prescribing information.
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