The visual design of this manual aids the rapid retrieval of information and makes it possible to offer more information than the popular 'Sanford Guide', while focusing on the essentials and eliminating the details covered in standard textbooks. It includes 188 of the most common agents used in internal medicine by drug name. A comprehensive compendium of all commonly used antibiotics, including indications, side effects, dosage information, and drug/food interactions The Antibiotics Manual : A Guide to Commonly Used Antimicrobials, Second Edition is a unique, user-friendly guide made for all who prescribe antibiotics. It s the only book available that takes a 100% drug-listed approach to 200 of the most common antibiotics prescribed to patients each day. Presented in full color, it s also a convenient reference for every clinician to consult once the decision to use a particular antibiotic has been reached. This edition of The Antibiotics Manual includes newer antibiotics that have been released since the publication of the First Edition and updates prescribing information for the older antibiotics. This all-new Second Edition: Has a color-coded interior design which provides quick and easy point of care access for the user Includes 200 of the most commonly prescribed antibiotics, listed by both brand and generic names Features important recently-released antibiotics such as ceftaroline, tedizolid, and bedaquiline The Antibiotics Manual: A Guide to Commonly Used Antimicrobials, Second Edition is a welcome book for physicians in all specialties of medicine who prescribe antibiotics. It is also a handy tool for pharmacists, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who want more information on the drugs they administer.