The MERINO Trial is a landmark study published in September of 2018 that investigated piperacillin-tazobactam versus meropenem for the treatment of bloodstream infection caused by ceftriaxone-resistant E. coli or Klebsiella pneumoniae. In this interview the lead study investigator provides insights as to their findings and what they have learned through their … [Read more...]

In this interview a pharmacist discusses his career path and experiences, plus provides insights on the state of antimicrobial stewardship in Costa Rica.  Interview with: José Pablo Díaz Madriz, Pharm.D Interview by: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID [Last updated: 31 August 2018] Antimicrobial resistance in pathogenic … [Read more...]

In this article a critical care pharmacist and assistant professor contrasts SMX/TMP versus minocycline for the treatment of Stenotrophomonas maltophilia infections. Authored by: Melissa Santibañez, Pharm.D. [Last updated: 2 August 2018] Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is a non-Enterobacteriaceae, gram-negative, non-lactose-fermenting, aerobic … [Read more...]

In this article, an infectious diseases pharmacist discusses her approach to preparing for the BCIDP exam and provides tips others may find useful for pursuing the same path.  Authored By: Monica V. Mahoney, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID [Last updated: 21 July 2018] The first examination of the new board certification in infectious diseases pharmacy (BCIDP) … [Read more...]

In this article an infectious diseases pharmacist identifies five things to know about fosfomycin, an antibiotic FDA-approved to be given orally for uncomplicated urinary tract infection. Authored By: Timothy P. Gauthier, Pharm.D., BCPS-AQ ID [Last updated 2 July 2018] Fosfomycin is an antibiotic that was first discovered in the late 1960s, then … [Read more...]