Antimicrobial prescribing: NHS Grampian, Orkney & Shetland
Important: Therapy
- If STD is suspected patients should be referred to Sexual Health Service (0345 337 9900) for partner notification and advice if required.
- For full guideline please see BASSH guidelines
Infective Balanitis
Micro Organisms
Candidal, anaerobic, aerobic
Important: Therapy
Topical Clotrimazole 1% cream 12 hourly until symptoms settle
For severe symptoms:
Oral Fluconazole 150mg single dose
Notes:
Important: Therapy
Oral Metronidazole 400mg 12 hourly for 7 days
Or
Oral Co-amoxiclav 375mg 8 hourly for 7 days
Notes:
Important: Therapy
As per microbiology sensitivities