Ceftazidime–avibactam: an evidence-based review of its pharmacology and potential use in the treatment of Gram-negative bacterial infections

Avibactam (NXL104, AVE1330A) is a semi-synthetic, non-β-lactam, β-lactamase inhibitor that is active against Ambler class A, class C, and some class D serine β-lactamases. In this review, we summarize the in vitro data, pharmacology, mechanisms of action and resistance, and clinical trial data relat...

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Main Authors: Lagacé-Wiens, Philippe, Walkty, Andrew, Karlowsky, James A
Format: Online
Language:English
Published: Dove Medical Press 2014
Online Access:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3908787/