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Third Generation Anti-Pseudomonal Cephalosporins

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Third Generation Anti-Pseudomonal Cephalosporins, Ceftazidime

  • See Also
  1. Third Generation Broad-Spectrum Cephalosporins
  • Coverage
  1. Pseudomonas (Main indication)
  2. EKP Gram Negative Bacteria
  3. ESP Gram Negative Bacteria
  4. Gram Positive Cocci poorly covered
  5. No Gram Negative Coccobacilli coverage
  • Preparations
  • Ceftazidime (Fortaz)
  1. Adult: 1-2 grams IM or IV every 8 to 12 hours
  2. Child: 30-50 mg/kg IV every 8 hours
  • Disadvantages
  1. Most expensive
  2. Limited spectrum