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Recommended Intrapartum Antibiotic Prophylaxis for GBS-positive Women
| Antibiotic | Dose |
|---|---|
| Penicillin G | 5 million units IV as an initial dose followed by 2.5 units every 4 hours |
| Ampicillin | 2 grams IV as an initial dose, followed by 1 gram IV every 4 hours until delivery |
| Cefazolin | 2 grams IV as an initial dose, followed by 1 gram IV every 8 hours until delivery. |
