Dosing
CrCl > 80: 500 - 1000 mg q 6 h po.
CrCl 80-50: 500 - 1000 mg q 6 h po.
CrCl 50-10: 500 - 1000 mg q 6 h po.
CrCl < 10: 500 - 1000 mg q 6 h po.
Hemodialysis: 500 - 1000 mg q 6 h po.
Peritoneal dialysis: 500 - 1000 mg q 6 h po.
Important side effects
High dose iv may be associated with AKI in the elderly (PubMed).
Important drug interactions
Rants and Screeds
Pearls
Treatment of choice
Use for
Don't use for
Class
Anti-Staphylococcal penicillin.
Last Update: 09/26/19.