Remdesivir in Patients With Severe Kidney Dysfunction
Matthew P. Cheng, Rob Fowler, Srinivas Murthy, Ruxandra Pinto, Nancy L. Sheehan, Alice Tseng
Abstract
in the need for invasive mechanical ventilation or new dialysis, or mortality. This study is limited by small numbers and baseline imbalance between groups. These findings suggest that remdesivir can be safely administered in patients with kidney dysfunction, balancing possible risks and benefits. The need for assessing kidney function in the absence of clinical suspicion before and during outpatient administration of remdesivir can be questioned.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineKidneyInternal medicineIntensive care medicineElectrolyte and hormonal disordersPharmacological Effects and Toxicity StudiesMuscle and Compartmental Disorders