Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics for antibiotics is a topic that can seem intimidating, but when broken down to basics may serve less challenging than anticipated. Here, a specialist in the area provides a pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics 101 for antibiotics. Authored by: Paul Ambose, Pharm.D., FIDSA Imagine if you could predict … [Read more...]
The PK-PD Compass: An Antimicrobial Steward’s New Best Friend
The complex science of antimicrobial pharmacokinetics (PK) and pharmacodynamics (PD) creates challenges for clinicians attempting to select the optimal therapy for sick patients. The app PK-PD Compass aims to simplify the decision making process and may serve as a valuable educational tool to antimicrobial stewardship programs. Interview By: Timothy P. … [Read more...]