What are the normal values of amikin in blood tests?

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20 Sep 2009

Amikin is an antibiotic used to treat severe or serious bacterial infections.
Because of its toxicity blood-levels need to be monitored.
One hour "Peak" serum concentration should not exceed 30mg/litre and pre-dose "trough" should be less than 10mg/litre

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