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Infant Data
Postmenstrual Age(PMA) = gestational age plus postnatal age.
Results
MEDICAL INFORMATIONS
INDICATIONS
Penicillinase-producing staphylococci infections, particularly if evidence of renal dysfunction.
- Infective Endocarditis: The following recommendations are based on a consensus of experts. The full pediatric guidelines can be found here:
CONTRAINDICATION/PRECAUTION
Increase dosing interval in patients with hepatic dysfunction. Irritating to veins; watch for phlebitis.
ADVERSE EFFECTS
Cases of granulocytopenia have been reported.
ADMINISTRATION
Intravenous: Dilute dose with sterile water for injection or NS to a concentration of 40 mg/mL and administer over 5 to 10 minutes or dilute to a concentration of 20 to 40 mg/mL and infuse over 30 to 60 minutes.
MONITORING
Observe IV site for signs of phlebitis and extravasation. Assess CBC, renal and hepatic function weekly in patients receiving long-term therapy.