Meningitis Dosing Flashcards
1
Q
Ampicillin
A
IV 2g q4h
2
Q
Ceftriaxone
A
Treatment: IV 2g q12h
Prophylaxis: IM 125-250mg single dose
3
Q
Penicillin G
A
IV 4 MU q4h
4
Q
Meropenem
A
IV 2g q8h
5
Q
Rifampicin
A
Adult: 600mg q12h (4 doses)
Children: 10mg/kg q12h (4 doses)
Infants < 1 month: 5mg/kg q12h (4 doses)
6
Q
Vancomycin
A
IV 25-30mg/kg LD
IV 15mg/kg q8-12h to achieve AUC/MIC 400-600
7
Q
Linezolid
A
IV/PO 600mg q12h
8
Q
Ciprofloxacin
A
PO 500mg single dose (Adults only)
