What is the “Niche” for Ceftolozane / Tazobactam?

There are currently a total of 6 beta-lactam + beta-lactamase inhibitor combinations in clinical trials. It will be a steep learning curve for the pharma reps (and physicians) to understand the resistance classifications, the confusing ESBL definitions, the CRE nomenclature, and how this all matters in clinical practice, on the Continue reading What is the “Niche” for Ceftolozane / Tazobactam?

Fighting P. aeruginosa (Part I)

It has never been easy to cure Pseudomonas aeruginosa infections.  Few antibiotics nowadays have reliable activity against this problem pathogen that seems to have more built-in resistance features than most other Gram-negatives.  In the past, cephalosporins, aztreonam, penems, ciprofloxacin, and aminoglycosides were useful drugs with reliably cidal activity, especially when Continue reading Fighting P. aeruginosa (Part I)

Antibiotics with QIDP Designation – – – Updated 9-30-14

For the latest QIDP listing, please click HERE   Since FDA issued the QIDP designation in 2012, many companies have requested this important ‘label’.  Which should not come as a surprise: QIDP status confers significant benefits – and there is no downside. While an official FDA list of drugs that have Continue reading Antibiotics with QIDP Designation – – – Updated 9-30-14