COPD: chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; FEV1: forced expiratory volume in 1 second.
* Antiviral therapy for influenza is also indicated for exacerbations triggered by influenza infection.
¶ Selection among antibiotic choices is based on local microbial sensitivity patterns, patient comorbidities, prior infecting organisms, potential adverse events and drug interactions, and also provider and patient preferences. Modifications to these regimens may be needed for patients with suspicion for specific pathogens and/or history of drug-resistant organisms (eg, drug-resistant Pseudomonas).
Δ For those who cannot tolerate these agents, alternatives include ciprofloxacin, aztreonam, certain carbapenems (eg, meropenem, imipenem), and aminoglycosides. We generally select among them based on local epidemiology, prior susceptibility testing results, drug interactions, and patient comorbidities or intolerances. Two agents are often needed for empiric treatment. Refer to the UpToDate content for detail.
◊ If recent antibiotic exposure (eg, within the past 3 months), select an antibiotic from a different class than the most recent agent used.آیا می خواهید مدیلیب را به صفحه اصلی خود اضافه کنید؟