Principles of empiric antimicrobial usage and dosing: Lessons learned

Abstract A lack of clinical response to empiric antimicrobials behooves the clinician to reflect further on diagnostic considerations. When prescribing antibiotics, determining the correct dose, most optimal route of administration, and considering the pharmacokinetic properties of the drug with res...

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Main Authors: Kathryn M. Lalonde, Cameron Black, John C. Lam
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2022-03-01
Series:Clinical Case Reports
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1002/ccr3.5594
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Summary:Abstract A lack of clinical response to empiric antimicrobials behooves the clinician to reflect further on diagnostic considerations. When prescribing antibiotics, determining the correct dose, most optimal route of administration, and considering the pharmacokinetic properties of the drug with respect to clinical and patient factors are crucial.
ISSN:2050-0904