PIPERACILLIN

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PIPERACILLIN
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Results

MEDICAL INFORMATIONS

INDICATIONS

Semisynthetic penicillin with increased activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa and many strains of Klebsiella, Serratia, E coli, Enterobacter, Citrobacter, and Proteus. Also effective against group B Streptococcus.

ADVERSE EFFECTS

Eosinophilia. Hyperbilirubinemia. Elevations in ALT, AST, BUN, and serum creatinine.

ADMINISTRATION

rgb(255,0,234);”>Intravenous: For IV infusion, dilute reconstituted solution to a concentration of less than or equal to 40 mg/mL and infuse over 30 minutes.

MONITORING

Desired peak serum concentration is approximately 150 mcg/mL. Desired trough concentration ranges from 15 to 50 mcg/mL (available as bioassay). Peak serum concentration is lower with IM administration. Observe IV site for signs of extravasation.