Monitor QTc in patients with increased risk
Prolongation of QTc interval. Association with increased cardiovascular mortality in observational studies.
IV Administration
Tablets can be crushed and given via NG route; Liquid also available
OPEN BENEFIT (PO): No prescribing restrictions
Antimicrobial class: Macrolide
Pregnancy category: B
Average serum half life: 68 hours
Biliary penetration: Therapeutic
CSF penetration: Poor
Lung penetration: Therapeutic
Urine penetration: Poor