Drug Name:Piperacillin
Drug Class:Antibiotic, Penicillin
Mechanism of Action:Inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs)
Use:
  • Treatment of severe bacterial infections
  • Empiric therapy for febrile neutropenia
  • Prophylaxis for surgical procedures
Side Effects:
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Rash
  • Hypersensitivity reactions
  • Superinfection
Contraindications:
  • Hypersensitivity to penicillins or beta-lactam antibiotics
  • History of severe hypersensitivity reactions (e.g. anaphylaxis)
Specialty:
  • Infectious Disease
  • Critical Care
  • Surgery