Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for Fraser Health

Severe UTI

Empiric Antibiotic Options

Gentamicin 2.5 mg/kg IV Q8H OR 7 mg/kg IV Q24H

+/-

Ampicillin 50 to 100 mg/kg IV Q6H

Penicillin Allergy*

Gentamicin 2.5 mg/kg IV Q8H OR 7 mg/kg IV Q24H

*Avoid all beta-lactams antibiotics (ie cephalosporins, carbapenems) if anaphylaxis to penicillin