Antibiotics for Cellulitis/Erysipelas in Lymphoedema

What's new / Latest updates

Change in flucloxacillin dosing

Change in prophylaxis first choice agent

Addition of advice in pregnancy

Addition of duration for emergency supply

Change in duration for Home Care

Last reviewed: 01/06/2024

Next review date: 30/06/2026

Author(s): Duguid, A , Cossar R, James E.

Version: 4

Author email(s): anne.duguid@nhs.scot.

Approved By: NHS Borders Antimicrobial Management Team

Reviewer name(s): Clinical Governance & Quality .

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