Antimicrobial prescribing: NHS Forth Valley
Important: Therapy
Cefotaxime IM as a single dose
West of Scotland neonatal guideline: eye infections in the neonate
Refer mother to Central Sexual Health Services for screening and treatment
Neonatal Gonococcal Conjunctivitis
Micro Organisms
Neisseria gonorrhoeae
Important: Therapy
Consult paediatric ID if allergy to cephalosporins
Notes:
Important: Notes
Ofloxacin 0.3% eye drops are not licensed for use in neonates but may be used if advised by ophthamology