Ranks the efficacy of 24 antimicrobials against 13 of the most common pathogens

Select the most cost-effective antimicrobial and dosage for maximum efficacy

Predictable in vitro efficacy is based on two doses, Dose Option I and Dose Option II

Detailed information on the emergence of methicillin resistance in Staphylococci

Explanation of new naming conventions for coagulase positive Staphylococci

Sensitivity and Resistance trends of the past 15 years in general small animal practice has been reviewed

Higher does and shorter treatment durations are recommended where appropriate

Newly standardized antimicrobial susceptibility testing has been used throughout, based upon work of the Subcommittee of Veterinary Antimicrobial Susceptibility Testing

Relative Cost factor allows the clinician to compare relative costs to achieve comparable efficacies when choosing between antimicrobials

New graphs depict absorption and elimination of an antimicrobial in and out of blood

Formulary section provides trade names, formulations, pharmacology, toxicity, and contraindication information on each antimicrobial, as well as dosing for each species

Color-coded antimicrobial ratings for quick reference

Makes selecting the appropriate antimicrobial and dose for the most probable pathogen at each location a simpler process