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Ganciclovir (Systemic) and Hemodialysis
Result of checking the interaction of drug Ganciclovir (Systemic) and disease Hemodialysis for safety when used together.
Check result:
Ganciclovir (Systemic) <> Hemodialysis
Relevance: 23.07.2019
Reviewer: Shkutko P.M., M.D., in
When checking interaction based on authoritative sources Drugs.com, Rxlist.com, Webmd.com, Medscape.com there are contraindications or side effects that may cause harm or increase the negative effect from drug use in presence of concomitant diseases.
Consumer:Ganciclovir is substantially removed by hemodialysis. Plasma levels of ganciclovir have been shown to reduce by 50% following hemodialysis. Ganciclovir should be administered on non-dialysis days or following dialysis sessions.
References:
- Swan SK, Munar MY, Wigger MA, Bennett WM "Pharmacokinetics of ganciclovir in a patient undergoing hemodialysis." Am J Kidney Dis 17 (1991): 69-72
- "Product Information. Cytovene (ganciclovir)." Genentech, South San Francisco, CA.
Ganciclovir (Systemic)
Generic Name: ganciclovir
Brand Name: Cytovene
Synonyms: Ganciclovir (injection)
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