Should atopic dermatitis patients starting JAK inhibitors take prophylactic acyclovir?

CONCLUSIONS: The use of anti-herpes treatment when initiating a JAK inhibitor for atopic dermatitis may be prudent, as the costs and risks of prophylactic treatment are low and may be valuable for preventing eczema herpeticum.PMID:34493136 | DOI:10.1080/09546634.2021.1978665

Source: Journal of Dermatological Treatment - September 8, 2021 Category: Dermatology Authors: Milaan A Shah Katherine G Beuerlein Joseph L Jorizzo Steven R Feldman Source Type: research