Acyclovir (Zovirax) is given to children with chickenpox to:

A) minimize scarring.
B) decrease the number of lesions.
C) prevent aplastic anemia.
D) prevent spread of the disease.

Acyclovir (Zovirax)

An antiviral drug used to treat infections caused by herpes viruses, including genital herpes, cold sores, shingles, and chickenpox.

Chickenpox

A highly contagious viral infection causing an itchy, blister-like rash on the skin, more common in children but can affect people at any age.

Aplastic Anemia

A rare blood disorder in which the body's bone marrow doesn't produce enough new blood cells, leading to fatigue and increased risk of infections and bleeding.