Pseudomonas aeruginosa

- Consult Infectious Diseases.

- Increased risk of perivalvular extension and metastatic infection. Early surgical intervention required. Valve replacement recommended if left sided involvement.

 

Therapy Dose Duration
Ceftazidime 2g IV q8h ≥ 6 weeks
+    
Tobramycin 7mg/kg IV q24h ≥ 6 weeks