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. 2017 Oct 31;53(1):44–54. doi: 10.1177/0018578717737429

Table 5.

Distribution of Antimicrobial Agents by Age in Pediatric Patients at HFSUH Pediatric Ward from January 1, 2016, to December 31, 2016 (n = 403).

Age Commonly prescribed antimicrobials
Ampicillin + gentamicin Ceftriaxone Crystalline penicillin
<1 mo 12 (2.97%)
1 mo-1 y 47 (11.66%) 34 (8.43%) 29 (7.19%)
1-5 y 28 (6.94%) 34 (8.43%) 29 (7.19%)
5-10 y 20 (4.96%)
10-14 y 8 (1.98%)

Note. HFSUH = Hiwot Fana Specialized University Hospital.