Pleural effusion
Usual PathogensS. pneumoniae
S. aureus/MRSA
Group A Streptococci
H. influenzae
Enterobacterales
| Empiric Therapy | Dose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ceftriaxone | 1-2g IV daily | 2-4 weeks |
If MRSA suspected/documented, add:
| Empiric Therapy | Duration | |
|---|---|---|
| Vancomycin | 15mg/kg IV q8-12h | 2-4 weeks |
| or | ||
| Linezolid | 600mg IV/PO q12h | 2-4 weeks |