Penciclovir clinical pharmacology

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Penciclovir
DENAVIR® FDA Package Insert
Description
Clinical Pharmacology
Microbiology
Indications and Usage
Contraindications
Warnings and Precautions
Adverse Reactions
Drug Interactions
Overdosage
Dosage and Administration
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]

Clinical Pharmacology

Pharmacokinetics

Measurable penciclovir concentrations were not detected in plasma or urine of healthy male volunteers (n=12) following single or repeat application of the 1% cream at a dose of 180 mg penciclovir daily (approximately 67 times the estimated usual clinical dose). Pediatric Patients: The systemic absorption of penciclovir following topical administration has not been evaluated in patients < 18 years of age.[1]

References

  1. "DENAVIR (PENCICLOVIR) CREAM [PRESTIUM PHARMA, INC.]". Retrieved 6 January 2014.

Adapted from the FDA Package Insert.