Antimicrobial prescribing: NHS Grampian, Orkney & Shetland
Important: Therapy
- Discuss urgently with Infection Unit or Medical Microbiology.
- Send CSF and respiratory secretions (or nose and throat swabs in viral transport medium) and faeces.
Micro Organisms
Herpes simplex
Herpes zoster
Duration
14-21 days (if confirmed)
Important: Therapy
IV Aciclovir 10mg/kg 8 hourly
Notes:
Dose adjustment required in renal impairment