This unique resource offers the most up-to-date information available on the biochemistry, pharmacology, clinical indications, dosage, toxicity, and cost-effectiveness of antimicrobial agents for geriatric patients with infections. Presents the proper approaches to
antimicrobial therapy for all
older patients, including the critically ill, the ambulatory,
nursing home residents, and those receiving therapy at home! Describing in detail antibacterial, antimycobacterial, antifungal, and antiviral drugs, Antimicrobial Therapy in the Elderly Patient · discusses differences in the epidemiology, etiology, morbidity, mortality, and clinical manifestations found in older patients · furnishes…
