Treatment of MSSA infections
IV Administration: Dilute in 100 mL D5W or NS and administer over 30-60 min.
Capsules can be opened and administered via NG route; Liquid also available.
Administration on empty stomach increases absorption but increases GI intolerance.
OPEN BENEFIT (PO): No prescribing restrictions
Antimicrobial class: Antistaphylococcal Penicillin
Pregnancy category: B
Average serum half life: 1 hour
Biliary penetration: Moderate
Lung penetration: Therapeutic
Urine penetration: Therapeutic