Suspected COVID-19 Pneumonia ONLY

Antibiotics are rarely indicated as bacterial co-infection is uncommon in COVID-19 pneumonia.

Bacterial co-infection is suggested if purulent (green/brown) sputum.

Last reviewed: 01/12/2022

Next review date: 01/12/2025

Author(s): NHS Lanarkshire Antimicrobial Management Committee, Dr Dundas, Dr Hylands, S McCormick.

Approved By: NHS Lanarkshire Antimicrobial Management Committee

Reviewer name(s): NHS Lanarkshire Antimicrobial Management Committee.

Document Id: March 2023

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