Therapeutic drug monitoring of carbapenem antibiotics in critically ill patients: an overview of principles, recommended dosing regimens and clinical outcomes.
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DOI: 10.1080/17512433.2023.2194629
Abstract: INTRODUCTION The importance of antibiotic treatment for sepsis in critically ill septic patients is well established. Consistently achieving the dose of antibiotic required to optimally kill bacteria, minimize the development of resistance, and avoid toxicity… read more here.
Keywords: ill patients; carbapenem antibiotics; critically ill; therapeutic drug ... See more keywords
Intentional use of carbapenem antibiotics for valproic acid toxicity: A case report
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DOI: 10.1111/jcpt.12705
Abstract: The interaction between valproic acid (VPA) and carbapenem antibiotics is well described with previous reports suggesting a reduction in VPA halfâlife between 47% and 90%. As described in this case, this interaction might be beneficial… read more here.
Keywords: intentional use; carbapenem antibiotics; case; valproic acid ... See more keywords