Epidural Abscess

Patient Population: Adult
Diagnosis Common Pathogens Drug(s) of First Choice Alternative Drug(s) Comments Expected Duration
Epidural abscess

S. aureus
Streptococci (anaerobic or aerobic)
E.coli

Ceftriaxone 2g IV q12h
PLUS
Vancomycin

For severe PCN allergy:
Aztreonam 2g IV q8h
PLUS
Vancomycin

 

ID consultation recommended