TARGET - The Antimicrobial Reference Guide to Effective Treatment, 3rd Edition USA 2008

Developed by David Aucoin, DVM
A valuable tool you can use when treating microbial infections in small animals.

• Ranks the efficacy of 24 antimicrobials against 13 of the most common pathogens
• Select the most cost-effective antimicrobial and dosage for maximum efficacy
• Predictable in vitro efficacy is based on two doses, Dose Option I and Dose Option II
• Relative Cost factor allows the clinician to compare relative costs to achieve comparable efficacies when choosing between antimicrobials
• Formulary section provides trade names, formulations, pharmacology, toxicity, and contraindication information on each antimicrobial, as well as dosing for each species
• Color-coded antimicrobial ratings for quick reference
• Makes selecting the appropriate antimicrobial and dose for the most probable pathogen at each location a simpler process