title: Antibacterial agents in renal failure.
abstract: This article provides background information on the pharmacokinetics of antimicrobial agents in patients with normal and impaired renal function. Tables are provided to allow quick determination of appropriate dosages for varying degrees of renal failure. Specific mention is made of aminoglycoside dosing, dosage adjustment in dialysis, and antibiotic toxicity in renal failure.
mesh_terms: D000890:Anti-Infective Agents / Q000008:administration & dosage / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000493:pharmacokinetics*; D006440:Hemofiltration; D006801:Humans; D006435:Renal Dialysis; D051437:Renal Insufficiency / Q000378:metabolism*
chemical_list: D000890:Anti-Infective Agents