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Chong DY et al. - Oral administration of famciclovir results in vitreous concentrations of penciclovir within the inhibitory ranges for herpes simplex 1, herpes simplex 2, and varicella zoster virus. Oral famciclovir may be a reasonable alternative to intravenous acyclovir in the treatment of acute retinal necrosis, especially in cases of acyclovir resistance or patient inability to tolerate prolonged intravenous treatment.

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