1791. The Impact of a β-lactam Allergy Assessment on Aztreonam Utilization Within a Healthcare System
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofy210.1447
Abstract: Abstract Background Penicillin allergies are the most commonly reported drug allergies and are documented in up to 17% of patients. Incomplete reaction histories and exaggerated concerns regarding the risk of cross-reactivity often leads to unnecessary… read more here.
Keywords: allergy assessment; aztreonam utilization; lactam allergy;
993. Pharmacist-driven Penicillin Allergy Assessment in the Emergency Department – Antimicrobial Stewardship at the Point of Prescription
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DOI: 10.1093/ofid/ofz360.857
Abstract: Abstract Background Β-lactam allergy assessment is endorsed by the IDSA as an antimicrobial stewardship tool to enhance the use of first-line agents. We evaluated the impact of pharmacist-driven penicillin (PCN) allergy assessment at the point… read more here.
Keywords: use; allergy assessment; point prescription; post ... See more keywords