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* Unlike [[ganciclovir]], it does ''not'' need phosphorylation by UL97 |
* Unlike [[ganciclovir]], it does ''not'' need phosphorylation by UL97 |
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* Indications: {{#ask: [[Is treated by::cidofovir]] | default=none}} |
* Indications: {{#ask: [[Is treated by::cidofovir]] | default=none}} |
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* Major adverse effect is irreversible renal tubular necrosis, which may be prevented by probenecid |
* Major adverse effect is [[Adverse drug reaction::irreversible renal tubular necrosis]], which may be prevented by probenecid |
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[[Category:Antivirals]] |
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Revision as of 03:19, 18 February 2020
- Cytosine nucleotide analogue that inhibits DNA polymerase in human herpesviruses
- Should be given with probenecid 2 g IV prior to each dose
- Unlike ganciclovir, it does not need phosphorylation by UL97
- Indications: Adenovirus, CMV after solid organ transplantation, Cytomegalovirus, Herpes simplex virus
- Major adverse effect is irreversible renal tubular necrosis, which may be prevented by probenecid
