Important: Therapy
Flucloxacillin PO for 7 days
Consider IV route if clinically unwell
Acute Balanitis
Important: Therapy
Cefalexin PO for 7 days
Consider IV route if clinically unwell
Important: Therapy
Clarithromycin PO for 7 days
Important: Notes
Most balanitis is not bacterial. Consider topical hydrocortisone 1% OD for 14 days and analgesia.
If suspected or confirmed fungal infection, prescribe imidazole cream for 14 days.