This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Principles of STD Management, Subject name: Gynaecology & Obstetrics
Drug used in genital herpes infection: 
Select and explain. 
A. Acyclovir, B. Zidovudine, C. Stavudine, D. Lamivudine
A: Acyclovir
Answer: A: Acyclovir 
Explanation: Ans: a (Acyclovir) Ref: Shaw, 13th ed, p. 114; Harrison, 16th ed, p. 1029Treatment of Herpes simplex:EncephalitisKeratitis - TrifluridineNeonatal Genital Acyclovir Primary treatment Recurrent treatment -