Gram stain and culture recommended
Guidelines are provided to assist in selection of appropriate initial empiric therapy, they are not intended to be all-inclusive and may be modified according to individual patient requirements
For further advice and recommendations, contact a physician from the division of infectious diseases
Vancomycin IV
PLUS
Cefepime IV
Requires ID Physician approval
Amikacin 15 mg/kg/day IV ODA
Take level 6-14 hours after the dose is initiated
WITH OR WITHOUT
Metronidazole IV
Call ID for recommendations
Determined by microbiology results and clinical status
