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Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration

University of Pennsylvania · FDA-approved active Small molecule

Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration is a Small molecule drug developed by University of Pennsylvania. It is currently FDA-approved for Prevention of surgical site infections across various surgical procedures.

This is a clinical practice guideline or protocol for optimizing the timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration to reduce surgical site infections, not a pharmaceutical drug.

This is a clinical practice guideline or protocol for optimizing the timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration to reduce surgical site infections, not a pharmaceutical drug. Used for Prevention of surgical site infections across various surgical procedures.

At a glance

Generic nameTiming of prophylactic antibiotic administration
SponsorUniversity of Pennsylvania
ModalitySmall molecule
Therapeutic areaSurgical prophylaxis / Infection prevention
PhaseFDA-approved

Mechanism of action

This entry refers to a standardized approach to perioperative antibiotic prophylaxis timing rather than a specific drug product. The mechanism involves administering antibiotics at optimal intervals before surgical incision to achieve adequate tissue concentrations at the time of surgery, thereby reducing the risk of surgical site infections. This is a procedural/administrative intervention rather than a pharmacological agent.

Approved indications

Common side effects

No common side effects on file.

Key clinical trials

Primary sources

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Frequently asked questions about Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration

What is Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration?

Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration is a Small molecule drug developed by University of Pennsylvania, indicated for Prevention of surgical site infections across various surgical procedures.

How does Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration work?

This is a clinical practice guideline or protocol for optimizing the timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration to reduce surgical site infections, not a pharmaceutical drug.

What is Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration used for?

Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration is indicated for Prevention of surgical site infections across various surgical procedures.

Who makes Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration?

Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration is developed and marketed by University of Pennsylvania (see full University of Pennsylvania pipeline at /company/university-of-pennsylvania).

What development phase is Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration in?

Timing of prophylactic antibiotic administration is FDA-approved (marketed).

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