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** Peak measured 2 hours after a dose
 
** Peak measured 2 hours after a dose
 
* Target trough 20-40 mg/L and peak <100 mg/L
 
* Target trough 20-40 mg/L and peak <100 mg/L
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== Adverse Events ==
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* Neutropenia correlates well with levels
   
 
[[Category:Antifungals]]
 
[[Category:Antifungals]]

Revision as of 11:13, 21 November 2019

Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

  • Measure peak and trough within 72 hours of starting or adjusting dose, adjusting interacting medications, uncertain adherence, or signs of toxicity
    • Peak measured 2 hours after a dose
  • Target trough 20-40 mg/L and peak <100 mg/L

Adverse Events

  • Neutropenia correlates well with levels