Pyelonephritis in Pregnancy - without systemic infection/sepsis

Antimicrobial prescribing: NHS Forth Valley
NHS Forth Valley

First Line

Therapy

Co-amoxiclav 625mg PO 8 hourly

Notes:

Penicillin Allergy

Therapy

Cefalexin 1500mg PO 8 hourly

Notes:

If history of severe penicillin allergy (i.e. anaphylaxis, angioedema, urticaria, respiratory distress) discuss with microbiologist. Oral treatment options very limited.