[Characteristics of antiviral drugs, excluding antiretroviral agents: update 2009]

Enferm Infecc Microbiol Clin. 2010 Mar;28(3):199.e1-199.e33. doi: 10.1016/j.eimc.2009.11.002. Epub 2010 Mar 7.
[Article in Spanish]

Abstract

This article aims to review herpes simplex, herpes zoster and cytomegalovirus and to summarize the main characteristics of the antiviral drugs available to treat those infections. The review of each drug focuses on dosage according to the treatment indication, dose adjustment in patients with impaired renal or hepatic function, the main pharmacokinetic features, and the most significant adverse effects and drug interactions.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antiviral Agents / pharmacokinetics
  • Antiviral Agents / pharmacology
  • Antiviral Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Herpes Simplex / drug therapy*
  • Herpes Zoster / drug therapy*
  • Humans

Substances

  • Antiviral Agents