Guidelines for Determining When Should IV Antibiotics Be Switched to Oral?
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Recent studies have shown that for many patients, switching from intravenous (IV) to oral antibiotics can safely and effectively reduce both the duration of IV therapy and the overall length of hospital stay, leading to substantial cost savings. Knowing when should IV antibiotics be switched to oral is a key component of modern antimicrobial stewardship and high-quality patient management.
