Comprehensive Pediatric Antimicrobial Therapy Resource

This trusted and widely used guide provides healthcare professionals with instant access to reliable, evidence-based recommendations for treating infectious diseases in children. The authors offer expert commentary to help practitioners select the most effective antimicrobial treatments, ensuring the best possible outcomes for their young patients.

Key Features of This Valuable Resource

• Practical, evidence-based recommendations from renowned experts in pediatric antimicrobial therapy
• At-a-glance tables detailing bacterial and fungal pathogen susceptibilities to commonly used antimicrobials
• Comprehensive coverage of treatment for parasitic infections and tropical medicine
• Special considerations for antibiotic therapy in obese children
• Guidelines for antimicrobial prophylaxis and prevention of symptomatic infection
• Maximal adult dosages and higher dosages of certain antimicrobials commonly used in pediatric patients

In response to growing concerns about the overuse of antibiotics, this resource also provides valuable guidance on when not to prescribe antibiotics, ensuring healthcare professionals can make informed, responsible decisions.

Product Details

This 24th edition of the guide, published by the American Academy of Pediatrics, features 313 pages of essential information. The paperback edition, released on January 15, 2018, is available in English and measures 4.8 x 0.8 x 6.8 inches. The ISBN-10 is 1610021096, and the ISBN-13 is 978-1610021098.