Question 1

What routes can Plazomicin be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: IV.

Question 2

Is Plazomicin a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Plazomicin is not federally scheduled in the US. Controlled-drug status differs by country — verify your local rules.

Question 3

What are the warnings or contraindications for Plazomicin?

Accepted Answer

Nephrotoxic and ototoxic. TDM recommended. Reserve for carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales. No veterinary data.

Question 4

What are the side effects of Plazomicin?

Accepted Answer

Reported side effects, adverse reactions, and contraindications for Plazomicin: Nephrotoxic and ototoxic. TDM recommended. Reserve for carbapenem-resistant Enterobacterales. No veterinary data.

Question 5

How does Plazomicin work?

Accepted Answer

Binds 30S ribosomal subunit. Engineered to resist most aminoglycoside-modifying enzymes, retaining activity against CRE.

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