Impact of Implementing the Cerebrospinal Fluid FilmArray Meningitis/Encephalitis Panel on Duration of Intravenous Acyclovir Treatment
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofac356
Abstract: Abstract Background Herpes simplex virus–1 is the most common cause of sporadic encephalitis worldwide and requires prompt antiviral treatment. Traditionally, herpes simplex virus–1 (HSV-1) cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) testing is conducted using standalone polymerase chain reaction… read more here.
Keywords: biofire panel; acyclovir treatment; panel; intravenous acyclovir ... See more keywords
Acute kidney injury following intravenous acyclovir in children
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DOI: 10.1136/archdischild-2019-317990
Abstract: Objective The objective of this study was to describe the incidence of acute kidney injury (AKI) in children receiving intravenous acyclovir and determine risk factors that may be associated with it. Design This was a… read more here.
Keywords: kidney injury; intravenous acyclovir; following intravenous; study ... See more keywords
Dosing Practices of Intravenous Acyclovir for Herpes Encephalitis in Obesity: Results of a Pharmacist Survey
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DOI: 10.1177/0897190016642689
Abstract: Background: Dosing of intravenous acyclovir for herpes encephalitis in obese patients is recommended to be based on ideal body weight. However, limited data support this recommendation, and recent data suggest this may lead to underdosing.… read more here.
Keywords: acyclovir herpes; intravenous acyclovir; survey; dosing practices ... See more keywords
Population Pharmacokinetics of Intravenous Acyclovir in Oncologic Pediatric Patients
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DOI: 10.3389/fphar.2022.865871
Abstract: Background: Acyclovir represents the first-line prophylaxis and therapy for herpes virus infections. However, its pharmacokinetics in children exposes them to the risk of ineffective or toxic concentrations. The study was aimed at investigating the population… read more here.
Keywords: oncologic pediatric; intravenous acyclovir; pharmacokinetics intravenous; population pharmacokinetics ... See more keywords