Editorial
Copyright ©2010 Baishideng Publishing Group Co.
World J Hepatol. Sep 27, 2010; 2(9): 325-336
Published online Sep 27, 2010. doi: 10.4254/wjh.v2.i9.325
Table 4 Currently available antiviral drugs for cytomegalovirus prophylaxis and treatment in liver transplant recipients
DrugRouteUsual adult prophylaxis doseUsual adult treatment doseComments on use and major toxicity
GanciclovirIntravenous5 mg/kg once daily5 mg/kg twice dailyIntravenous access; leukopenia
GanciclovirOral1 g three times dailyNot applicableLow oral bioavailability; high pill burden
ValganciclovirOral900 mg once daily900 mg twice dailyEase of administration; leukopenia