MEDICATIONS

Name of Drug: Piperacillin Tazobactam

Drug Classification: Beta-lactamase inhibitor, extended spectrum penicillin; antibiotic
Dose: 2.25gm
Route: TIV
Frequency: q8
Action: Piperacillin inhibits cell wall synthesis during microorganism multiplication; tazobactam
increases piperacillin effectiveness by inactivating beta-lactamase, which destroys penicillins.
Kills susceptible bacteria.
Possible Side Effects: agitation, anxiety, dizziness, fever, headache, insomnia, pain, chest pain,
edema, hypertension, tachycardia, rhinitis, abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, stool
changes, vomiting, thrombocytopenia, dyspnea, pruritus, rash
Nurse’s Responsibilities:
- Before giving drug, ask patient about previous allergic reactions to this drug or other
penicillins. Negative history of penicillin allergy doesn’t guarantee future safety.
- Assess patient’s infection before starting therapy and regularly thereafter to monitor
drug’s effectiveness.
- Obtain specimen for culture and sensitivity tests before first dose. Start therapy pending
test results.
- Be alert for adverse reactions and drug interactions. If adverse GI reaction occurs,
monitor patient’s hydration.
- Assess patient’s and family’s knowledge of drug therapy.
- Tell patient to report pain or discomfort at I.V site.
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