Meropenem
| Effect of ECMO | Minimal impact on drug PK |
|---|---|
| Dose recommendation | ECMO-specific dose adjustment not required |
| Comments, reference | Dosing should be guided mainly by renal function. Higher doses (such as 2 gm q8h via extended infusion) may be necessary for less susceptible pathogens or if aiming for aggressive PK/PD targets. Therapeutic drug monitoring (if available) recommended for patients with augmented renal clearance (CrCl >130) or receiving CRRT. Ref: Clin Pharmacokinet 2026;65:193. |