Important: Therapy
If mild-moderate infection without sepsis:
- Doxycycline 200mg PO STAT, then 100mg daily
If severe infection/sepsis:
- Co-amoxiclav 1.2g IV 8 hourly
HAP <5 days since admission
Important: Therapy
If mild-moderate infection without sepsis:
- Doxycycline 200mg PO STAT, then 100mg daily
If severe infection/sepsis:
- Levofloxacin 500mg PO/IV 12 hourly (consider safety issues)
Important: Notes
Ensure sputum sample is sent.
Treatment duration: 5 days
If there is treatment failure/relapse check microbiology results and seek senior review.
Add Vancomycin IV as per policy if MRSA suspected/confirmed