Antimicrobial prescribing: NHS Borders
Ceftriaxone 2g IV 12 hourly
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Metronidazole IV 500mg 8 hourly or, if oral route available, 400mg oral 8 hourly
Orbital Cellulitis
Warning
What's new / Latest updates
Penicillin allergy guidance
Ceftriaxone dose change
Orbital Cellulitis
Seek immediate specialist advice from Ophthalmology and Microbiology.
Vancomycin IV (dosing as per guideline. Use vancomycin calculator).
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Metronidazole IV 500mg 8 hourly or, if oral route available, 400mg oral 8 hourly
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Gentamicin (standard dosing as per guideline. Use gentamicin calculator)