Paediatric

PEG / gastrostomy insertion

Link to General Principles of Surgical Prophylaxis including redosing table and renal dosing for cefazolin 

No post-op doses required.

Preferred (including for penicillin allergy non-severe)

Cefazolin iv see dosing table below

Weight Cefazolin iv dose
Weight less than 120kg 30mg/kg (maximum 2g)
Weight 120kg or more 3g

Alternative

For penicillin allergy (severe) or MRSA positive

teicoplanin 10mg/kg iv (Max 800mg)

Editorial Information

Last reviewed: 01 Nov 2023

Author(s): AMST.

Approved By: MMTC