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Medium
NA
1-2 g IV q6-8h
Post natal age greater than 22 days40 mg/kg/dose IV q6h
Post natal age 7 to 21 days40 mg/kg/dose IV q8h
Post natal age less than 7 days40 mg/kg/dose IV q12h
Renally cleared, requires dose adjustment with changes in renal function. Consult a pharmacist for renal dosing
Allergy (immediate and delayed)
Positive Coombs
Cytopenias
GI upset, diarrhea
Abnormal liver enzymes
Antimicrobial class: 2nd Generation Cephalosporin