Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for UCLA Health

Following Contaminated Procedures

Empiric Regimens

Ceftriaxone 1 gm IV q24h

PLUS

Metronidazole 500 mg PO/IV q8h

ALTERNATIVELY, CONSIDER

Ertapenem 1 g IV q24h

Severe Penicillin Allergy

Ciprofloxacin 500 mg PO BID/400 mg IV q12h)

PLUS

Metronidazole 500 mg PO/IV q8h