Antimicrobials
Ceftazidime

Ceftazidime

High
N/A

General Information

Broad gram negative coverage including Pseudomonas, generally used for nosocomial infections including post-neurosurgical meningitis, or other infections based on susceptibilities.

Notable lack of gram positive activity versus other cephalosporins.

  • Allergy (immediate and delayed).
  • Note potential cross-reactivity with aztreonam based on side chain.

Recommended to reserve for treating Pseudomonas related infections.

Antimicrobial class: 3rd generation Cephalosporin

Pregnancy category: B

Average serum half life: 2 hours

Urine penetration: Therapeutic

Lung penetration: Therapeutic

CSF penetration: Therapeutic

Biliary penetration: Moderate