Drug reference
piperacillin
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Drug class
Anti Bacterial (Penicillins)
Mechanism of action
Inhibits biosynthesis of cell wall mucopeptides and stage of active multiplication; has antipseudomonal activity
Common side effects
- Rash
- Seizure
- Hemolytic anemia
- Postive Coombs reaction
- Prolonged prothrombin time
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to penicillins, cephalosporins, imipenem
Known interactions (2)
- enoxaparin + piperacillin Moderate
- piperacillin + Voriconazole Moderate
Related conditions
Frequently asked questions
What drug class is piperacillin?
piperacillin belongs to: Anti Bacterial.
How does piperacillin work?
Inhibits biosynthesis of cell wall mucopeptides and stage of active multiplication; has antipseudomonal activity
What are the common side effects of piperacillin?
Rash, Seizure, Hemolytic anemia, Postive Coombs reaction, Prolonged prothrombin time
Which drugs interact with piperacillin?
enoxaparin, Voriconazole
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