Acyclovir‐induced psychiatric and renal adverse effects in a diabetic patient: A case report

Abstract

Key Clinical Message Acyclovir can cause neurotoxicity and nephrotoxicity, especially in diabetic patients with renal impairment. Consider acyclovir dose adjustment, close monitoring of kidney function, and hemodialysis as a potential therapeutic option in such cases.

Keywords

• acute kidney injury
• acyclovir
• drug‐related side effects and adverse reactions
• hallucinations