central nervous system
Last reviewed 01/2018
Meningitis caused by:-
| Meningococcus | Benzylpenicillin. Give rifampicin for 2/7 before hospital discharge |
| Haemophilus | Chloramphenicol. For H.influenzae influenzae type b give rifampicin 4/7 before discharge. |
| Pneumococcus. | Benzylpenicillin |
| Listeria | Ampicillin/amoxycillin plus gentamicin. |
Consult local microbiology advice for up-to-date guidance before definitive treatment.