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Antiviral agents that is/ are active against cytomegalovirus (CMV) include which of the following?

  • A. Ganciclovir
  • B. Foscarnet
  • C. Acyclovir
  • D. (a) and (b) are correct
Correct Answer: D

Rationale: The correct answer is D because both Ganciclovir and Foscarnet are active against cytomegalovirus (CMV). Ganciclovir works by inhibiting viral DNA polymerase, while Foscarnet inhibits viral DNA polymerase and reverse transcriptase. Acyclovir, on the other hand, is not effective against CMV as it primarily targets herpes simplex virus and varicella-zoster virus. Therefore, choices A and B are correct for CMV treatment, making option D the correct answer.