Eczema herpeticum is considered as one of the few dermatological emergencies. Prompt treatment with antiviral medication should eliminate the need for hospital admission. Oral …

Mar 11, 2021 · The medications most commonly used to treat eczema herpeticum are Sitavig and Zovirax (acyclovir) and Valtrex (valacyclovir). Preventive antibiotics may also be administered …

Mar 9, 2023 · Valacyclovir is frequently used by dermatologists for the treatment of various herpetic mucocutaneous infections. Prompt initiation of antiherpetic drugs such as a …

Mar 25, 2025 · Eczema herpeticum is a rare, painful skin rash usually caused by the herpes simplex virus. The condition can’t be cured, but treatments are available to ease symptoms.

Sep 16, 2024 · EH is a dermatologic emergency that requires prompt initiation of antiviral therapy. This topic will discuss the risk factors, clinical manifestations, diagnosis, and management of …

Eczema is reported as a side effect among people who take Valtrex (valacyclovir hydrochloride), especially for people who are female, 60+ old, have been taking the drug for < 1 month also …

Feb 23, 2023 · Eczema herpeticum is a potentially serious infection. The herpes simplex virus usually causes it. Symptoms include an itchy rash with watery blisters that quickly spread, …

May 18, 2023 · It causes a blistery, painful skin rash. It most often affects children who have eczema. It is often confused with other skin infections. It should be treated as soon as possible …

Oral valacyclovir may be an effective and convenient treatment option for pediatric outpatients with eczema herpeticum. Keywords: atopic dermatitis, eczema herpeticum, infant, …

Aug 20, 2019 · Far less commonly, some with eczema go on to develop a potentially serious skin infection called eczema herpeticum, which is usually caused by the same herpes simplex virus …