Name of Drugs Classification Mechanism of Indication Contraindication Adverse Effect Nursing Monitoring

Action Responsibilities Parameters

Generic Name: 2nd Generation Inhibits bacterial  Peritonitis and  Hypersensitivity  Phlebitis  Obtain ANST  Monitor for
Cefoxitin Cephalosporin cell wall other intra-  Nausea & before nephrotoxicity.
Antibiotic synthesis. abdominal and vomiting administering  Monitor
Brand Name: intrapelvic  Inflammation the drug. hematologic,
Panafox infection. on the site  Assess for electrolyte and
 Surgical possible hepatic status.
Dosage: infection. superinfection.
1gram

Route:
Intravenous

Frequency:
Every 8 hours