Table 2 Prophylactic Antibiotics Protocol
| Prophylactic Antibiotics |
|
Cefazolin 2 gm (3 gm if > 120kg) and Metronidazole 1000 mg IV - With Penicillin allergy: Ciprofloxacin 400 mg and Metronidazole 1000 mg IV |
| Intraoperative Antibiotic Redosing |
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Cefazolin every 4 hours Metronidazole if case > 8 hours - Dosing should be adjusted based on renal function. Cefazolin is renally eliminated - Prophylactic antibiotics are stopped at 24 hours |