An immunocompromised child is exposed to chickenpox and the provider orders valacyclovir [Valtrex] to be given orally three times daily. The nurse will contact the provider to change this order for which reason?
A) Valacyclovir is not used as varicella prophylaxis.
B) The dosage is too high for this indication.
C) The drug may cause serious adverse effects in immunocompromised patients.
D) Valacyclovir is not approved for use in children.
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