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Taking acyclovir for chickenpox.day 3, developed mild hives, not sure of the cause but i stop med for a day.i continue the med agn day 4. is it ok?
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No: Hives means allergy to the medication.
Answered 8/28/2018
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See below: Acyclovir is not routinely recommended unless an affected individual is immunocompromised or pregnant (primary infection).
Answered 8/28/2018
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