by Eric Christianson | May 7, 2025 | Infectious Disease and Oncology Medication and Disease State Clinical Pearls
When treating herpes simplex virus (HSV) or varicella-zoster virus (VZV), two antiviral agents commonly used are acyclovir and valacyclovir. While both medications are effective, understanding their pharmacokinetic profiles, dosage forms, and clinical uses can help...
by Eric Christianson | Mar 29, 2023 | Infectious Disease and Oncology Case Studies, Neurology, Pain, and Musculoskeletal Case Studies
I stumbled into this case about Valtrex neurotoxicity on Linked In, and am so thankful that Kristin Speer, PharmD, BCPS let me share it. A physician attached a message for the care team to review: “Patient continues with dizziness, hallucinations, and...
