Broad spectrum agent with anti-pseudomonal activity
Used for severe infections including:
Assess hematopoietic function periodically, including differential.
Monitor electrolytes periodically.
Closely monitor patients with renal impairment or seizure disorders for signs and symptoms of neuromuscular excitability or convulsions.
Multiple major drug-drug interactions
Antimicrobial class: Ureidopenicillin, Beta-lactamase inhibitor
Pregnancy category: B
Average serum half life: 1 hour
Urine penetration: Therapeutic
Lung penetration: Therapeutic
CSF penetration: Poor
Biliary penetration: Therapeutic
Precautions: