Physical and chemical stability of ceftaroline in an elastomeric infusion device.

Journal: European journal of hospital pharmacy : science and practice
Published Date: Jul 24, 2017

Abstract

BACKGROUND: Severe infections such as endocarditis and osteomyelitis require long-term treatment with parenteral antibiotics and hence prolonged hospitalisation. Continuous infusion of ceftaroline through elastomeric devices can facilitate early hospital discharge by managing parenteral antibiotics in patient's home. Therefore, the purpose of this study was to investigate the stability of ceftaroline in a commonly used elastomeric device.

Authors

  • Farah Al Madfai
    Division of Pharmacy, School of Medicine, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Australia.
  • Syed Tabish R Zaidi
    Division of Pharmacy, School of Medicine, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Australia.
  • Long Chiau Ming
    Division of Pharmacy, School of Medicine, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Australia.
  • Troy Wanandy
    Department of Pharmacy, Royal Hobart Hospital, Hobart, Australia.
  • Rahul P Patel
    Division of Pharmacy, School of Medicine, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Australia.

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