Antimicrobial agents are commonly used in neonatal foals for the treatment or prevention of sepsis. However, due to concerns about the development of antimicrobial resistance and increasing pressure on veterinarians to rationalise antimicrobial use, we should be trying to reduce the unnecessary use of antimicrobials. This article reviews many of the important considerations when selecting an antimicrobial for use in neonatal foals. Firstly, we consider general differences in neonatal pharmacology and physiology. Secondly, we review common antimicrobial drugs and their indications. Finally, we review antimicrobial stewardship.

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小马驹的全身抗菌治疗

抗微生物剂通常用于新生小马驹以治疗或预防败血症。然而，由于对抗生素耐药性发展的担忧以及兽医合理使用抗生素的压力越来越大，我们应该努力减少不必要的抗生素使用。本文回顾了为新生小马驹选择抗生素时的许多重要考虑因素。首先，我们考虑新生儿药理学和生理学的一般差异。其次，我们回顾了常见的抗菌药物及其适应症。最后，我们回顾了抗菌药物管理。