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)