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Foscavir

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Medicine Name: Foscavir
Generic Name (API): Foscarnet Sodium Hexahydrate
Dosage Form & Strength: 24 mg/ml
Route: Intravenous
Drug Class: Pyrophosphate analog antiviral (DNA polymerase inhibitor)

Manufacturer / Innovator:

Germany

Regulatory Approval:

  • FDA-approved for immunocompromised patients with cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis and for mucocutaneous herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections that are resistant to acyclovir.
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Understanding Foscavir (Foscarnet Sodium) and Its Medical Uses

Foscavir (foscarnet sodium) is an antiviral medication used to treat serious viral infections in immunocompromised patients, particularly when other antivirals are not effective.

Approved Indications

Foscavir is FDA-approved for immunocompromised patients with cytomegalovirus (CMV) retinitis, and for mucocutaneous herpes simplex virus (HSV) infections that are resistant to acyclovir.

How It Works

Foscarnet directly inhibits viral DNA polymerase without requiring activation by viral thymidine kinase, which is why it remains effective against acyclovir-resistant HSV strains that have altered thymidine kinase activity.

Dosing

For CMV retinitis, induction treatment is typically 60 mg/kg every 8 hours for 2-3 weeks, followed by maintenance dosing of 90-120 mg/kg once daily. Foscavir must be administered by controlled intravenous infusion using an infusion pump — never by rapid or bolus injection — as determined by the treating physician based on renal function.

Warnings and Precautions for Foscavir

Boxed Warning — Foscavir: Foscavir must never be administered by rapid or bolus intravenous injection — toxicity may be increased due to excessive plasma levels. An infusion pump must be used to carefully control the infusion rate. Foscavir is associated with significant renal impairment, and dosage must be adjusted based on creatinine clearance, with careful monitoring of renal function throughout treatment.

Nephrotoxicity

Renal impairment is common. Monitor serum creatinine and creatinine clearance before treatment, several times per week during induction, and periodically during maintenance therapy. Adequate hydration helps reduce this risk.

Electrolyte Abnormalities

Foscarnet can cause abnormalities in calcium, phosphate, magnesium, and potassium. Monitor electrolytes regularly.

Seizures

Associated with electrolyte disturbances. Monitor for seizure activity, particularly in patients with renal impairment or electrolyte abnormalities.

Genital Ulceration

Irritation of genital mucosa can occur due to high foscarnet concentrations in urine; maintaining good hydration reduces this risk.

  • Must be administered via infusion pump with strict rate control — never as a rapid or bolus injection.
  • Frequent renal function and electrolyte monitoring is required throughout treatment.
  • Adequate hydration before and during infusion is important to reduce toxicity risk.

How to Access Foscavir in India: A 6-Step Process

Step 1 – Search & request your medicine: The patient or treating doctor submits a request with basic details to initiate the access process.

Step 2 – Verification & eligibility review: The team verifies availability and reviews eligibility against regulatory and clinical requirements to ensure a compliant pathway.

Step 3 – Receive quote & delivery timeline: A transparent quotation is shared, covering medicine cost, logistics, and a clear delivery timeline.

Step 4 – Regulatory approval process: Assistance is provided to secure the approvals and documentation required for legal cross-border access.

Step 5 – Temperature-controlled import & handling: The medicine is sourced and transported under strict GDP-compliant conditions to maintain product integrity.

Step 6 – Secure delivery: The medicine is delivered to the patient or treating hospital, with updates provided at each stage.

Note: From request to delivery, every step is designed to ensure your treatment reaches you safely, compliantly, and without unnecessary delays.

Documentation and Availability of Foscavir

Foscavir (foscarnet sodium) is manufactured by Clinigen Healthcare, used for serious CMV and acyclovir-resistant HSV infections in immunocompromised patients.

Documentation Required

Import of Foscavir through a Named Patient Program requires a valid prescription from the treating specialist, confirmation of diagnosis and renal function status, and supporting clinical documentation as required by Indian regulatory authorities.

Sourcing

NPP sources Foscavir directly from Clinigen Healthcare's authorized supply chain to ensure product authenticity and regulatory compliance.

Sourcing and Delivery of Foscavir

Foscavir is sourced through verified, GDP-compliant channels from Clinigen Healthcare's authorized supply chain to ensure authenticity and quality.

Storage Requirements

Foscavir should be stored at 20°C to 25°C (68°F to 77°F). Do not refrigerate or freeze, as this can cause precipitation.

Delivery Process

Once sourced, Foscavir is packed and transported under appropriate temperature-controlled conditions to preserve product integrity throughout the import process, with tracking and updates provided at each stage of delivery to the patient or treating hospital in India.

Availability of Foscavir Across Major Cities in India

Patients across India can access Foscavir through NPP's regulated import pathway, with infectious disease specialists in major cities supporting the treatment process.

Mumbai

Leading infectious disease centers in Mumbai support treatment coordination for Foscavir access.

Delhi

Delhi's major hospitals assist patients with prescription support and documentation for Foscavir.

Bangalore

Bangalore's specialist network offers access to Foscavir for eligible immunocompromised patients.

Chennai

Chennai-based specialists coordinate Foscavir access alongside comprehensive infection management.

Hyderabad

Hyderabad's care institutions support patients pursuing Foscavir therapy.

Kolkata

Kolkata's specialist centers help coordinate documentation and treatment access for Foscavir.

Pune

Pune-based specialists assist with treatment planning for Foscavir.

Ahmedabad

Ahmedabad's specialty hospitals support the import and treatment process for Foscavir.

Kochi

Kochi's specialist units assist patients with the documentation needed for Foscavir access.

Chandigarh

Chandigarh's care centers support Foscavir treatment coordination for patients from North India.

Jaipur

Jaipur's specialists help patients navigate the Foscavir access process.

Lucknow

Lucknow-based centers assist patients pursuing Foscavir therapy.

Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar's institutions support access to Foscavir for eligible patients.

Guwahati

Guwahati's specialists help coordinate Foscavir access for patients across the Northeast.

Patients in other cities across India can also access Foscavir through NPP's nationwide coordination network.

Written By:

Written By: Nitin Goswami, Senior Medical Content Writer
Last Updated: 10 September 2026
Sources: FDA • CDSCO

Medically Reviewed By:

Medically Reviewed By: Shilpi Banerjee, Registered Pharmacist (M.Pharm)
Last Updated: 10 September 2026

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