Antimicrobial prescribing: NHS Grampian, Orkney & Shetland
Permitted indications
May be used for the following indication:
Febrile neutropenia, in accordance with haematology or oncology sepsis protocol or NHS Grampian empirical antimicrobial guidelines.
Only on the advice of a Medical Microbiologist, Infection Specialist, or Cystic Fibrosis Specialist for:
- Exacerbation of cystic fibrosis.
- Infections due to multi-drug resistant organisms (in line with microbiology sensitivity reports).
Not licensed for use in children under 3 months of age.