Guidelines
Neonatal Acyclovir Dosing

Neonatal Acyclovir Dosing

Herpes Simplex Virus (HSV); Localized Skin, Eye, Mouth (SEM)

Suppressive Therapy Following Parenteral Therapy for HSV CNS /Disseminated / SEM Disease

  • Consult Infectious Diseases
  • Evidence best for CNS diseases, data are less convincing for SEM or disseminated disease, but suppressive therapy may still be offered.
  • Monitor monthly CBC, urea, creatinine and weight (for dose adjustment)