Septic Arthritis/Osteomyelitis

Micro Organisms

Septic Arthritis/Osteomyelitis

Duration

Total course 4-6 weeks

First Line

Important: Therapy

IV Flucloxacillin 2g four times daily

If Penicillin Allergy

Important: Therapy

Clindamycin 600mg four times daily

If MRSA

Important: Therapy

IV Vancomycin

Dosing as per guideline (HERE)

Important: Notes

Seek additional ID advice in this patient group