Use available data to optimise antibiotic use in critically ill children

AbstractOptimising antibiotic use has become increasingly important due to the rise of bacterial resistance in pathogens detected in critically ill children. Additionally, many critically ill children are receiving subtherapeutic antibiotic dosages. Determining the best antibiotic, dosage, duration and route of administration in these children relies largely on clinicians ’ expertise, as limited guidance is available. Using pharmacokinetic data and implementing antibiotic stewardship programmes to collect, analyse and share information are options for improving antibiotic optimisation in critically ill children.
Source: Drugs and Therapy Perspectives - Category: Drugs & Pharmacology Source Type: research