Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for UCLA Health

Cyanotic Heart Disease

Most Likely Pathogens

Streptococci (esp. viridans-group Strep)

Preferred Regimen

Penicillin 20-24 million units per day as continuous infusion*

*If susceptible

OR

Ceftriaxone 2g q8h

Penicillin Anaphylaxis

ID consult advised

Vancomycin (Dosing per pharmacy)