Valganciclovir
Summary
Valganciclovir is an antiviral medication used to treat cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis in patients diagnosed with acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
Brand Names: Valcyte
Generic Name: Valganciclovir
DrugBank Accession Number: DB01610
Background
Valganciclovir hydrochloride (Valcyte, manufactured by Roche) is an antiviral medication used to treat cytomegalovirus infections. As the L-valyl ester of ganciclovir, it is actually a prodrug for ganciclovir. After oral administration, it is rapidly converted to ganciclovir by intestinal and hepatic esterases.
WeightAverage: 354.3617
Monoisotopic: 354.165167844
Chemical Formula: C14H22N6O5