Multiple choice

Guanine is one of the five main nucleobases found in the nucleic acids i.e., DNA and RNA. Which of the following is a guanine analogue antiviral drug?

  1. Enfuvirtide

  2. Entecavir

  3. Entry inhibitor

  4. Famciclovir

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Famciclovir is a guanine analogue antiviral drug used for the treatment of various herpesvirus infections, most commonly for herpes zoster (shingles). It is a prodrug form of penciclovir with improved oral bioavailability.