Necrotising Fasciitis (Antimicrobial)

Duration
Review every 12 hours and reconsult as necessary.

Notes
SEEK URGENT SURGICAL OPINION AND CONSULT MICROBIOLOGIST.
Notifiable disease – contact local Health Protection Team.

IV meropenem 2g

3 times daily

AND IV clindamycin 1·2g

4 times daily

Last reviewed: 25/06/2024

Next review date: 27/06/2027

Author(s): Antimicrobial Management Team.

Version: 4

Approved By: TAM Subgroup of ADTC

Reviewer name(s): Alison Macdonald, Area Antimicrobial Pharmacist.

Document Id: AMT170

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