Following an appendectomy, a 28-year-old man is placed on ceftizoxime sodium (Cefizox). This antibiotic is unlikely to be effective against which of the following?
Correct Answer: Pseudomonas
Description: Cefizox is not effective against many strains of Pseudomonas. If the drug is used in pseudomonas infection a higher dosage may be indicated, and the antibiotic should be changed if a quick response does not occur. Complications include cross reactions in patients who are allergic to penicillin. It does not seem to have nephrotoxic side effects.
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