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Norman Dewhurst, BScPhm, ACPR, PharmD, RPh Clinical Pharmacy Specialist/Leader, Critical Care St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, ON Assistant Professor (Status) Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto [email protected] May 7 th , 2014 Evolutions Critical Care Conference Knowledge is Power: An Antibiotic Overview to Maximize Outcomes in the Critically Ill 1

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Norman Dewhurst, BScPhm, ACPR, PharmD, RPhClinical Pharmacy Specialist/Leader, Critical Care

St. Michael’s Hospital, Toronto, ONAssistant Professor (Status)

Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of [email protected]

May 7th, 2014Evolutions Critical Care Conference

Knowledge is Power: An Antibiotic Overview to Maximize

Outcomes in the Critically Ill

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Goal

• To review antibiotics & rationalize why we choose the drugs we do for various diseases / infection issues which comes up in the critical care environment

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Learning ObjectivesBy the end of this session, attendees should be able to:

1. Review basic microbiologic principles2. Provide an overview of commonly used ICU

antimicrobials3. Explore clinical syndromes from an antibiotic

perspective4. Highlight the importance of antimicrobial

stewardship

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Outline

I. Microbiology Review

II. General Considerations

III. Antibiotic Options

IV. Clinical Applications

V. Allergies

VI. Dosing & Monitoring

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“How do microbiology reports help me treat a patient?”

I. Microbiology Review6

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Microbiology Review

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•Gram Stain• Blue / Purple = Gram positives• Red / Pink = Gram negatives

•Bacterial Shape• Bacilli = rods = long, thin• Cocci = round, oval

•Ability to grow in presence/absence of oxygen• Aerobes = ability to grow in the presence of

oxygen• Anaerobes = ability to grow in the absence

of oxygen

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Gram Staining

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Gram Stain

Gram Positives Gram Negatives

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Gram Positives (+)

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Gram Positive

Cocci Bacilli

Clusters/Clumps

Pairs/Chains

Staphylococcus(MSSA, MRSA

Coagulase negative)

ListeriaBacillus spp.

CorynebacteriumLactobacillusClostridium

Streptococcus

Enterococcus(E. faecalis)(E. faecium)

Pairs

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Drug ? ? ?

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Gram Negatives (-)

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Gram Negative

Bacilli(GNB)

Coccobacilli Diplococci

HaemophilusPasteurella

EnterobacteriaceaePseudomonas

NeisseriaMoraxella

Acinetobacter

FermenterEnterobacteriaceae

COLIFORM

FermenterEnterobacteriaceae

COLIFORM

Non-fermenterPseudomonas

StenotrophomonasGNB

Non-fermenterPseudomonas

StenotrophomonasGNB

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Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Drug ? ? ?

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“What do I need to consider before treatment?”

II. General Considerations11

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Primary Site of Infection

Image: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commons:File:Human_body_features.svg

Respiratory tract infection

Intra-abdominal

Urinary Tract

Skin & Soft Tissue Infection

Other

Unknown Origin

CVC / Line infection

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Management Decisions• Do the bacteria represent infection or colonisation?

• Can the condition be treated without antibiotics?

• Can this infection be treated with antibiotics alone?

• What is the most appropriate antibiotic(s)?

– Pharmacotherapeutic considerations?

– Alternatives in case of allergy?

• Side effects, contraindications?

• OPAT?

• Is it hospital acquired or community acquired?

• How to screen patients for MDR organisms?

• How to prevent the spread of MDR in wards?

• Which antibiotics to avoid in MDR positive patients?

Bhattacharya S. J Med Microbiol. 2006 Jan;24(1):20-4.

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Infection versus Colonisation?

• a) Specimen type?• Physiologically sterile sites• Non-sterile sites • Catheterised specimens

• b) Inflammatory parameters of the patient• WBC, CRP, ESR

• c) General condition of the patient• Temperature• Blood pressure, pulse rate• Arterial oxygen saturation, inotrope requirement,

organ support requirement

Bhattacharya S. J Med Microbiol. 2006 Jan;24(1):20-4.

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Therapeutic Thought Process

Safety

Cost

Efficacy / Spectrum

Convenience

Indication Know the infection you’re treating

Assess alternatives, drug of choice?

Maximize dosing, monitor, minimize toxicity

Address above before considering cost

Considerations for discharge

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Cultures before

treatment

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ICU Treatment Principles

• Bactericidal

• High doses

• IntravenousSerious infection

• Non-toxic

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Other Considerations

• Allergies

• Local antibiogram

• Is oral route feasible?

• IV to PO stepdown?

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“What are my antibiotic options?”

III. Antibiotic Options21

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Mechanism of ActionCell Wall Synthesis

PenicillinsCephalosporinsCarbapenemsVancomycin

Cell Wall IntegrityBeta-lactamases DNA Synthesis

MetronidazoleDNA Gyrase

Fluoroquinolones

RNA PolymeraseRifampin

Phospholipid membranesPolymyxins

Protein (30S) Synthesis

TetracyclinesStreptomycin

SpectinomycinKanamycin

Protein (50S) SynthesisMacrolides

ChloramphenicolClindamycinLincomycin

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Therapeutic Options

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Penicillins

Penicillin

Cloxacillin

Amoxicillin/Ampicillin

Piperacillin

Ticarcillin

β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Clavulanate

Tazobactam

Cephalosporins

Cefazolin (1st)

Ceftriaxone (3rd)

Ceftazidime (3rd)

Cefipime (4th)

Ceftaroline (5th)

Carbapenems

Imipenem

Meropenem

Doripenem

Ertapenem

Trimethoprim/ Sulfamethoxazole

Nitrofurantoin

Fosfomycin

Metronidazole

Clindamycin

Aminoglycosides

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Amikacin

Fluoroquinolones

Ciprofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Vancomycin

Tigecycline

Colistin

Macrolides

Erythromycin

Clarithromycin

Azithromycin

Daptomycin

Linezolid

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Therapeutic Options

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Penicillins

Penicillin

Cloxacillin

Amoxicillin/Ampicillin

Piperacillin

Ticarcillin

β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Clavulanate

Tazobactam

Cephalosporins

Cefazolin (1st)

Ceftriaxone (3rd)

Ceftazidime (3rd)

Cefipime (4th)

Ceftaroline (5th)

Carbapenems

Imipenem

Meropenem

Doripenem

Ertapenem

Trimethoprim/ Sulfamethoxazole

Nitrofurantoin

Fosfomycin

Metronidazole

Clindamycin

Aminoglycosides

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Amikacin

Fluoroquinolones

Ciprofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Vancomycin

Tigecycline

Colistin

Macrolides

Erythromycin

Clarithromycin

Azithromycin

Daptomycin

Linezolid

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Therapeutic Options

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Penicillins

Cloxacillin

Piperacillin

β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Tazobactam

Cephalosporins

Cefazolin (1st)

Ceftriaxone (3rd)

Ceftazidime (3rd)

Carbapenems

Imipenem

Meropenem

Ertapenem

Trimethoprim/ Sulfamethoxazole

Metronidazole

Aminoglycosides

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Fluoroquinolones

Ciprofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Moxifloxacin

VancomycinMacrolides

Azithromycin

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“How do I treat this?”

IV. Clinical Applications27

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Staphylococcus aureus

• Gram positive

• Skin & soft tissue infections

• VAP

• Line infections

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Primary Site of Infection

Image: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commons:File:Human_body_features.svg

Respiratory tract infection

Intra-abdominal

Urinary Tract

Skin & Soft Tissue Infection

Other

Unknown Origin

CVC / Line infection

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Staphylococcus aureus

Methicillin Sensitive S. aureus(MSSA)

Methicillin Resistant S. aureus(MRSA)

CloxacillinCefazolin

Vancomycin

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CLOXACILLIN

Mechanism of Action

• Cell wall synthesis inhibitor

Uses • MSSA VAP, Cellulitis• Endocarditis

Standard Dosing

• 1-2 g IV q6h• Endocarditis: 2 g IV q4h

• No need to adjust in renal dysfunction

Side Effects • Hypersensitivity reactions• Seizures

• Antibiotic Associated Diarrhea

Cautions/ Contra-indications

• Allergy / anaphylaxis

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Cloxacillin + + - - - - -

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CEPHALOSPORINS

Mechanism of Action

Cell-wall synthesis inhibitors

Uses • Cefazolin: surgical prophylaxis• Ceftriaxone: CAP/HAP/VAP

• Ceftazidime: VAP

Standard Dosing

• Cefazolin 1-2 g IV q8h• Ceftriaxone 1-2 g IV q24h• Ceftazidime 1-2 g IV q8h

Common Side Effects

• Hypersensitivity reactions• Seizures

• Thrombocytopenia• Clostridium difficile

Cautions/ Contra-indications

• Allergy / anaphylaxis

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Cefazolin + + - + - - -

Ceftriaxone + + - + + - -

Ceftazidime - - - + + + -

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-LactamsSide Effects • Hypersensitivity reactions

• Seizures• Antibiotic Associated Diarrhea

• Thrombocytopenia• C. difficile

Cautions/ Contraindications

• Allergy / anaphylaxis

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VANCOMYCIN

Mechanism of Action

• Cell wall synthesis inhibitor

Uses • MRSA infection• Meningitis (Until resistance R/O)

• C. difficile (oral only)

Standard Dosing

• IV Load: 15-25 mg/kg (up to 2 g)• IV Maintenance: 1 g IV q8-12h• Level just prior to 4th dose• Random level anytime

• PO (C.diff): 125 mg PO q6h

Side Effects • Nephrotoxicity• Red Man’s syndrome (facial and torso flushing, hypotension)

Cautions/ CIs

• Dosing in renal failure

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

IV+

(+ MRSA)

+ +(+ E. faecium)

- - - -

Oral - - - - - - C. diff +

On combo: Caution when d/c’ing IV or

PO

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Primary Site of Infection

Image: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commons:File:Human_body_features.svg

Respiratory tract infection

Intra-abdominal

Urinary Tract

Skin & Soft Tissue Infection

Other

Unknown Origin

CVC / Line infection

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Community Acquired Pneumonia

• S. pneumoniae

• S. aureus• Gram-negative bacilli• H. influenzae• Legionella species

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Ceftriaxone

Azithromycin

Levofloxacin

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MACROLIDES

Mechanism of Action

Protein Synthesis Inhibitor (50S ribosome)

Uses • CAP (atypical coverage) + beta-lactam

Standard Dosing

• Azithromycin 500 mg IV/po X 1, then 250 mg IV/po daily (X 4 days)• Azithromycin 500 mg IV/po q24h (X 5 days)

Common Side Effects

• QTc prolongation• LFT elevation

• Diarrhea• Ototoxicity

Cautions/ Contra-indications

• Prolonged QTc

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Erythromycin +/- Atypicals +

Clarithromycin + Atypicals +

Azithromycin - + - Atypicals + - - -

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FLUOROQUINOLONES

Mechanism of Action

DNA Synthesis Inhibitor

Uses • Cipro: gram negative infections

• Levofloxacin: CAP/HAP/VAP• Moxifloxacin: Intra-abdominal

Standard Dosing

• Ciprofloxacin 400 mg IV q8-12h• Levofloxacin 750 mg IV q24h• Moxifloxacin 400 mg IV q24h

Common Side Effects

• QTc prolongation• Seizure

• Tendon rupture• LFT elevation

Cautions/ Contra-indications

• QTc prolongation• Use within previous 3 months (resistance)

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Ciprofloxacin - - - + + + -

Levofloxacin + + - + + - -

Moxifloxacin + + - + + - +

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HAP/VAP

• S. pneumoniae

• S. aureus• Gram-negative bacilli• H. influenzae• Legionella species

• ? MRSA• ? Pseudomonas

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Ceftriaxone

Azithromycin

Levofloxacin

Vancomycin

Anti-pseudomonal

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HAP/VAP

< 5 days > 5 days

Pseudomonas coverage

Ceftriaxone

Levofloxacin

Vancomycin

? MRSA

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Anti-Pseudmonal

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Penicillins

Penicillin

Cloxacillin

Amoxicillin/Ampicillin

Piperacillin

Ticarcillin

β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Clavulanate

Tazobactam

Cephalosporins

Cefazolin (1st)

Ceftriaxone (3rd)

Ceftazidime (3rd)

Cefipime (4th)

Ceftaroline (5th)

Carbapenems

Imipenem

Meropenem

Doripenem

Ertapenem

Trimethoprim/ Sulfamethoxazole

Nitrofurantoin

Fosfomycin

Metronidazole

Clindamycin

Aminoglycosides

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Amikacin

Fluoroquinolones

Ciprofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Vancomycin

Tigecycline

Colistin

Macrolides

Erythromycin

Clarithromycin

Azithromycin

Daptomycin

Linezolid

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Anti-Pseudomonal

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Penicillins

Cloxacillin

Piperacillin

β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Tazobactam

Cephalosporins

Cefazolin (1st)

Ceftriaxone (3rd)

Ceftazidime (3rd)

Carbapenems

Imipenem

Meropenem

Ertapenem

Trimethoprim/ Sulfamethoxazole

Metronidazole

Clindamycin

Aminoglycosides

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Fluoroquinolones

Ciprofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Moxifloxacin

VancomycinMacrolides

Azithromycin

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Anti-Pseudomonal

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Penicillins

Piperacillin

β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Tazobactam

Cephalosporins

Ceftazidime (3rd)

Carbapenems

Imipenem

Meropenem

Aminoglycosides

Tobramycin

Fluoroquinolones

CiprofloxacinHigh Resistance

NephrotoxicityOtotoxicity

Not empiric

Reserve Use

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PIPERACILLIN/TAZOBACTAM

Mechanism of Action

• Cell wall synthesis inhibitor + beta-lactamase inhibitor

Uses • Broad spectrum / poly-microbial infections• Severe intra-abdominal infections• Pip/tazo: HAP/VAP (requiring pseudomonas coverage)

Standard Dosing

• Pip/tazo: 4.5 g IV q6h

Side Effects • Hypersensitivity reactions• Seizures

• Antibiotic Associated Diarrhea

Cautions/ Contra-indications

• Allergy / anaphylaxis

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Pip/tazo + + + + + + +

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AMINOGLYCOSIDES

Mechanism of Action

Protein Synthesis Inhibitor (30S ribosome)

Uses • Gram negative infections

Standard Dosing

• 1-2 mg/kg IV q8h• 5-7 mg/kg IV q24h

Traditional drug monitoring:•Peak – 30 min post infusion•Trough – just prior to dose

Common Side Effects

• Nephrotoxicity• Ototoxicity

Once daily:• 8 hour random only

Cautions/ Contra-indications

• Renal failure

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Gentamicin - - - + + + -

Tobramycin - - - + + ++ -

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HAP/VAP

< 5 days > 5 days

Pseudomonas coverage

Ceftriaxone

Levofloxacin

Pip/Tazo

Ceftazidime

Vancomycin

? MRSA

Tobramycin

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Primary Site of Infection

Image: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Commons:File:Human_body_features.svg

Respiratory tract infection

Intra-abdominal

Urinary Tract

Skin & Soft Tissue Infection

Other

Unknown Origin

CVC / Line infection

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MDRs / “Super bugs”• MRSA

– Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus

• VRE– Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus

• ESBL– Extended spectrum beta-lactamases

• CRE / CRP– Carbapenemase Resistant Enterobacteriaceae

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WHO

IDSA

Resistance Alarms

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The Antimicrobial Pipeline

www.antibiotic-action.com

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ESBL Infections

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Therapeutic Options

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Penicillins

Penicillin

Cloxacillin

Amoxicillin/Ampicillin

Piperacillin

Ticarcillin

β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Clavulanate

Tazobactam

Cephalosporins

Cefazolin (1st)

Ceftriaxone (3rd)

Ceftazidime (3rd)

Cefipime (4th)

Ceftaroline (5th)

Carbapenems

Imipenem

Meropenem

Doripenem

Ertapenem

Trimethoprim/ Sulfamethoxazole

Nitrofurantoin

Fosfomycin

Metronidazole

Clindamycin

Aminoglycosides

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Amikacin

Fluoroquinolones

Ciprofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Vancomycin

Tigecycline

Colistin

Macrolides

Erythromycin

Clarithromycin

Azithromycin

Daptomycin

Linezolid

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Therapeutic Options

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Penicillins

Penicillin

Cloxacillin

Amoxicillin/Ampicillin

Piperacillin

Ticarcillin

β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Clavulanate

Tazobactam

Cephalosporins

Cefazolin (1st)

Ceftriaxone (3rd)

Ceftazidime (3rd)

Cefipime (4th)

Ceftaroline (5th)

Carbapenems

Imipenem

Meropenem

Doripenem

Ertapenem

Trimethoprim/ Sulfamethoxazole

Nitrofurantoin

Fosfomycin

Metronidazole

Clindamycin

Aminoglycosides

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Amikacin

Fluoroquinolones

Ciprofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Vancomycin

Tigecycline

Colistin

Macrolides

Erythromycin

Clarithromycin

Azithromycin

Daptomycin

Linezolid

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CARBAPENEMS

Mechanism of Action

Cell wall synthesis inhibitors

Uses • ESBL infections• Beta-lactam allergy

• Polymicrobial infection

Standard Dosing

• Imipenem 500 mg IV q6h• Ertapenem 1 g IV q24h

Common Side Effects

• Hypersensitivity reactions• Seizures

• Thrombocytopenia• Eosinophilia

Cautions/ Contra-indications

• Allergy / anaphylaxis

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Imipenem + + + + + + +

Meropenem + + +(?) + + + +

Ertapenem + + - + + - +

BROAD SPECTRUM

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MDRs / “Super bugs”• MRSA

– Methicillin Resistant Staphylococcus aureus

• VRE– Vancomycin Resistant Enterococcus

• ESBL– Extended spectrum beta-lactamases

• CRE [ CRP / KPC / NDM ]– Carbapenemase Resistant Enterobacteriaceae

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CRE Infections

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Therapeutic Options

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Penicillins

Penicillin

Cloxacillin

Amoxicillin/Ampicillin

Piperacillin

Ticarcillin

β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Clavulanate

Tazobactam

Cephalosporins

Cefazolin (1st)

Ceftriaxone (3rd)

Ceftazidime (3rd)

Cefipime (4th)

Ceftaroline (5th)

Carbapenems

Imipenem

Meropenem

Doripenem

Ertapenem

Trimethoprim/ Sulfamethoxazole

Nitrofurantoin

Fosfomycin

Metronidazole

Clindamycin

Aminoglycosides

Gentamicin

Tobramycin

Amikacin

Fluoroquinolones

Ciprofloxacin

Levofloxacin

Moxifloxacin

Vancomycin

Tigecycline

Colistin

Macrolides

Erythromycin

Clarithromycin

Azithromycin

Daptomycin

Linezolid

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SEPTRA (Trimethoprim & Sulfamethoxazole)

Mechanism of Action

Protein Synthesis Inhibitors (dihydrofolate reductase & dihydropteroate synthetase inhibitors)

Uses • Urinary tract infections• MRSA infections• Skin and soft tissue infections

Standard Dosing

• 15 mg/kg of TMP component / 24 hours (divided q6-q8h)• 2 DS tabs po q8h (~for 60 kg patient, 6 DS tabs per day)

Common Side Effects

• Hyperkalemia• Hypoglycemia

• Skin reactions• Cystalluria

• Bone marrow suppression• Hepatotoxicity

Cautions/ Contra-indications

• Renal failure

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Septra+

(+ MRSA)- - + + - -

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Primary Site of Infection

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Respiratory tract infection

Intra-abdominal

Urinary Tract

Skin & Soft Tissue Infection

Other

Unknown Origin

CVC / Line infection

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Clostridium difficile infection

Mild-moderate

Severe• Cr 1.5 times• WBC ≥ 15

Severe, uncomplicated

Severe, complicated• Ileus,

megacolon• Hypotension/ shock

Metronidazole PO Vancomycin PO

(+ consider rectal vancomycin if ileus)

(+ consider rectal vancomycin if ileus)

Vancomycin PO

+ Metronidazole IVSTOP unnecessary

antibiotics!

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METRONIDAZOLE

Mechanism of Action

Deactivation of cysteine bearing enzymes, binds to proteins and DNA

Uses • Intra-abdominal Infections• C. difficile infections

Standard Dosing

• 500 mg IV/po q12h • C. difficile: 500 mg IV/po q8h

Common Side Effects

• Peripheral neuropathy• Disulfiram like-reaction

Cautions/ Contra-indications

• Long-term use (> 1 month)

Spectrum Staph.(MSSA)

Strep. Enter.faecalis

GNB ExpandedGNB

Pseudo-monas

Gut Anaerobes

Metronidazole - - - - - - + (C.diff +)

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“Allergies”

I’m allergic to…

Side Effect Intolerance Drug Allergy

NauseaVomitingDiarrhea

HyperkalemiaBradycardia

Rash / HivesSOB

Anaphylaxis

Consider: Who is reporting the reaction

Timeframe (child vs. adult)Nature of reaction

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-Lactam Allergy

Penicillins Cephalosporins Carbapenems

Cloxacillin Cefazolin Meropenem

Ampicillin / Amoxicillin Ceftriaxone Imipenem

Piperacillin-tazobactam Ceftazidime Ertapenem

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•Non-pruritic morbilliform & macupaular rash (amoxicillin)

• Idiopathic, not a contraindication to repeat•Penicillins & Cephalosporins: 8-10% (1970’s) – Flawed studies

• Depends on side chains• Cefazolin not expected to cross react

with any penicillin or cephalosporin• Penicillins & Carbapenems ~1%

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“Is the dose correct?”

“When do I do a drug level?”

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Drug Dosing

Consider

Age

Renal Dysfunction

Drug LevelsAdverse Effects

Indication / Severity

Drug Interactions

Liver Dysfunction

Weight

Serum creatinine, BUN, urine output, dehydration, acute versus chronic, dialysis modality

Cannot always use a cookie

cutter approach

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Mistakes happen

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Therapeutic Drug Monitoring

• Guide and monitor dosing changes

• Evaluate efficacy and toxicity

• To assess penetration into body fluids (sites of infection)

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• Levels are typically done after 3 doses, with the 4th dose• Will be at steady-state equilibrium

Drug Levels

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Drug Levels

Stable PatientUnstable Patient

Renal Failure

Wait until steady state(With the 4th dose)

Check levels earlierCheck more frequently

Talk to Pharmacist

First

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Outline

I. Microbiology Review

II. General Considerations

III. Antibiotic Options

IV. Clinical Applications

V. Allergies

VI. Dosing & Monitoring

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Thank you!

Questions?

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