Orbital Cellulitis

First Line

Important: Therapy

Ceftriaxone 2g IV 24 hourly

Plus

Metronidazole 500mg IV 8 hourly

If history of cephalosporin allergy or anaphylactic/Type 1 penicillin hypersensitivity

Important: Therapy

Contact Consultant Microbiologist for advice

Important: Notes

Seek immediate specialist advice from Opthalmology and Microbiology