Template:Antibiotics Ludwigs Immunocompromised

Immunocompromised

Antibiotics Options:

• Cefepime 2 g IV q12 hrs + Metronidazole 500 mg IV q6 hrs OR
• Meropenem 1 g IV q8 hrs OR
• Imipenem/Cilastatin 500mg (20mg/kg) IV q6 hours
• Piperacillin-tazobactam 4.5g (80mg/kg) IV q6 hours
• Add Vancomycin 15-20 mg/kg q8 hrs (max 2 g per dose) if concern for MRSA risk factors