Cellulitis in Pregnancy (not related to Caesarean section wound infection)

Mild

Important: Therapy

Flucloxacillin 500mg PO 6 hourly

 

Penicillin Allergy:

Erythromycin 500mg PO 6 hourly

Notes:

Treatment duration: 5 days

Moderate

Important: Therapy

Refer to acute hospital guidelines 'Cellulitis - Moderate' section

Notes:

Severe

Important: Therapy

Refer to acute hospital guidelines 'Cellulitis - Severe' section

Notes: