Nelson's Neonatal Antimicrobial Therapy

elson's Neonatal Antimicrobial Therapy is the authoritative reference for the treatment of infectious diseases in neonates. Designed for neonatologists, pediatricians, pharmacists, and other healthcare professionals, this text provides evidence-based recommendations from leading experts in neonatal antimicrobial therapy. It addresses the unique challenges of managing infections in newborns, including dosing adjustments for low-birth-weight infants, selecting appropriate agents for bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic pathogens, and applying principles of antimicrobial stewardship to optimize outcomes.

Key Features

• Comprehensive guidance on antimicrobial therapy for neonates, including evidence-based recommendations
• Detailed dosing information for neonates, including low-birth-weight and preterm infants
• Guidance on drug selection for bacterial, fungal, viral, and parasitic infections
• Emphasis on antimicrobial stewardship to minimize resistance and adverse effects
• Expert advice from leading authorities in neonatal infectious disease management
• Practical and accessible format suitable for bedside reference
• Ideal for neonatologists, pediatricians, pharmacists, and trainees managing infections in newborns