Be Aware of Oral Antibiotic Dosing Adjustments in Obesity

November 2025

About 1 in 3 Canadian adults are living with obesity.

Extremely high weight can lead to low drug levels in the body...especially with some antibiotics.

Help your pharmacist tailor these antibiotics so patients with obesity get the best balance of safety and effectiveness.

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Table of Contents

Practice Think of AI as a Tool, NOT Your Replacement
Acetaminophen Keep New Acetaminophen Pregnancy Warnings in Perspective
Women's Health Help Patients Switch Between Menopause Hormone Therapies
Autism Stay Alert for Leucovorin Rxs to Treat Autism and “CFD”
COVID-19 Help Patients Sniff Out Whether Azelastine Prevents COVID-19
Ophthalmology Keep Mix-Ups With Meds for Dry Eyes in Sight
Antibiotics Be Aware of Oral Antibiotic Dosing Adjustments in Obesity
Infectious Diseases Help Boost Antibiotic Stewardship for Complicated UTIs