Cotard Syndrome Resulting From Valacyclovir Toxicity

Article AbstractBecause this piece does not have an abstract, we have provided for your benefit the first 3 sentences of the full text.To the Editor: Valacyclovir is an antiviral medication used often in the treatment of shingles caused by varicella zoster. Because it is renally excreted, kidney functioning must be assessed to determine proper dosing. Neurotoxicity is an uncommon but serious side effect of improper dosing.