Pharmacology Fundamentals: Late-onset Sepsis
Pharmacy Consult with Dr. Su · 26 Aug 2025 · 11 min
Summary
A pharmacist-led explainer on the pharmacological management of late-onset sepsis in newborns, covering common pathogens, risk factors, diagnostic pearls and first- and second-line empiric antibiotic regimens. It also discusses cephalosporin use, how duration of therapy is determined and therapeutic drug monitoring.
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