Mostly used for MSSA infections Drug of choice for CNS MSSA infection
May increase serum methotrexate levels May DECREASE INR in patients receiving warfarin
Can cause phlebitis if given peripherally. Central line preferred for tolerance
Antimicrobial class: Antistaphylococcal Penicillin
Pregnancy category: B
Average serum half life: 30 minutes
Biliary penetration: Therapeutic
CSF penetration: Therapeutic
Lung penetration: Therapeutic
Urine penetration: Therapeutic
Metabolism: Hepatic
Route of Elimination: Bile and urine
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