Administration
Preparation
Diluent
Broad spectrum agent with anti-pseudomonal activity.
Used for severe infections including:
Tier 2 Protected Antimicrobial
Strategies Used:
Antimicrobial class: Ureidopenicillin with a beta-lactamase inhibitor
Pregnancy category: B
Average serum half life: 0.7-1.2 hour
Biliary penetration: Therapeutic
CSF penetration: Poor especially with noninflamed meninges
Lung penetration: Therapeutic
Urine penetration: Therapeutic
Zosyn
Dosing per AHSM Extended Infusion/Alternative Dosing of Antibiotics Protocol
Exclusions: