CMV infections
CBC with differential twice weekly. Serum creatinine once weekly.
-May cause blood dyscrasias: granulocytopenia, anemia, and thrombocytopenia. Usually within first 1-2 weeks of treatment. Generally resolves within 3-7 days of discontinuation.
Antimicrobial class: Antiviral, binds DNA polymerase to inhibit viral DNA synthesis.
Pregnancy category: C - animal studies have demonstrated carcinogenic and teratogenic effects.
Antimicrobials
