Pyelonephritis/Urosepsis

Important: Therapy

IV Cefotaxime

or

IV Ceftriaxone*

Notes:

*Refer to BNFC for contraindications.

 

 

Important: Therapy

Oral/IV Co-amoxiclav

switch to oral Co-amoxiclav

Notes:

IV treatment is only required if vomiting or systemically unwell.

If severe infection or unresponsive after 48 hours add Gentamicin IV

Important: Therapy

Oral/IV Ciprofloxacin

Notes:

If over 6 months, IV treatment is only required if vomiting or systemically unwell.

Switch to alternative oral option if indicated by microbiology sensitivities.

Duration: 7 days.