Outcomes of Intravenous Push versus Intermittent Infusion Administration of Cefepime in Critically Ill Patients

Outcomes of Intravenous Push versus Intermittent Infusion Administration of Cefepime in Critically Ill Patients

The equivalence of intravenous push (IVP) and piggyback (IVPB) administration has not been evaluated in the critically ill population for most medications, but it is especially relevant for antibiotics, such as cefepime, that exhibit time-dependent bactericidal activity. A single center, retrospecti...

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Main Authors: Susan E. Smith, Zachary Halbig, Nicholas R. Fox, Christopher M. Bland, Trisha N. Branan
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2023-06-01
Series:Antibiotics
Subjects:
cefepime
critical illness
drug administration routes
treatment failure
antibacterial agents
sepsis
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-6382/12/6/996

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