Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for Saskatchewan Health Authority - Saskatoon Area

Initial Empiric Antibiotics

Suggested Antimicrobial Regimen

Vancomycin 25 mg/kg IV loading dose followed by 15mg/kg IV q8-12h

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PLUS

Ceftriaxone 2g IV q24h

Tailor Antimicrobial Therapy Based on Gram Strain