Nelson's Pocket Guide of Pediatric Antimicrobial Therapy

This best-selling and widely used resource on pediatric antimicrobial therapy provides instant access to reliable, up-to-the-minute recommendations for treatment of all infectious diseases in children. For each disease, the authors provide a commentary to help health care providers select the best of all antimicrobial choices. Drug descriptions cover all antimicrobial agents available today and include complete information about dosing regimens. In response to growing concerns about overuse of antibiotics, the program includes guidelines on when not to prescribe antimicrobials. Key features: designed for those who take care of children and are faced with decisions every day; includes treatment of parasitic infections and tropical medicine; updated anti-infective drug listing, complete with formulations and dosages; and balanced information on safety, efficacy, and tolerability with data on costs and availability of drugs.