Cefazolin Flashcards
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Brand Name
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Ancef, Kefzol
2
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Drug Classification
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Antibiotic, Cephalosporin
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Mechanism of Action
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Indications
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Open fracture with visible bone, major soft tissue damage, amputation proximal to hand or foot
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Contraindications
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Hypersensitivity or cefazolin or penicillin, PT contact duration too short, known life threats
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Side Effects / Precautions
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Adult Dose
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If >39 kg: 2 mg IV/IO over 2 mins; if <39 kg: 50 mg/kg IV/IO over 2 minutes
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Pediatric Dose
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If >39 kg: 2 mg IV/IO over 2 mins; if <39 kg: 50 mg/kg IV/IO over 2 minutes
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Max Adult Dose (Max Pedi Dose)
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Onset of Action
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~ 4 hours
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Duration of Effects
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< 24 hours
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Routes of Administration
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IV/IO slow push (1-2 minutes)
