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Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics

The George Washington University Biostatistics Center · Phase 3 active Small molecule

Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics is a Prophylactic antibiotic regimen Small molecule drug developed by The George Washington University Biostatistics Center. It is currently in Phase 3 development for Surgical site infection prevention in elective surgical procedures.

Standard preoperative antibiotics prevent surgical site infections by eliminating or reducing bacterial colonization at the operative site before incision.

Standard preoperative antibiotics prevent surgical site infections by eliminating or reducing bacterial colonization at the operative site before incision. Used for Surgical site infection prevention in elective surgical procedures.

At a glance

Generic nameStandard of Care Preoperative antibiotics
SponsorThe George Washington University Biostatistics Center
Drug classProphylactic antibiotic regimen
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaSurgical prophylaxis / Infection prevention
PhasePhase 3

Mechanism of action

Preoperative prophylactic antibiotics work by achieving adequate tissue and serum concentrations at the time of surgical incision to suppress or eliminate bacteria that could contaminate the surgical wound. The choice and timing of antibiotics depend on the type of surgery and local microbial flora, with the goal of reducing postoperative infection rates without promoting unnecessary antibiotic resistance.

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Frequently asked questions about Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics

What is Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics?

Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics is a Prophylactic antibiotic regimen drug developed by The George Washington University Biostatistics Center, indicated for Surgical site infection prevention in elective surgical procedures.

How does Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics work?

Standard preoperative antibiotics prevent surgical site infections by eliminating or reducing bacterial colonization at the operative site before incision.

What is Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics used for?

Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics is indicated for Surgical site infection prevention in elective surgical procedures.

Who makes Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics?

Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics is developed by The George Washington University Biostatistics Center (see full The George Washington University Biostatistics Center pipeline at /company/the-george-washington-university-biostatistics-center).

What drug class is Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics in?

Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics belongs to the Prophylactic antibiotic regimen class. See all Prophylactic antibiotic regimen drugs at /class/prophylactic-antibiotic-regimen.

What development phase is Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics in?

Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics is in Phase 3.

What are the side effects of Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics?

Common side effects of Standard of Care Preoperative antibiotics include Allergic reaction (rash, urticaria), Gastrointestinal disturbance, Anaphylaxis (rare).

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