First Line

Important: Therapy

Flucloxacillin 1-2g IV 6 hourly

 

If previous MRSA - follow penicillin allergy recommendation

Inform Infection Control Team

Notes:

Penicillin Allergy

Important: Therapy

Vancomycin IV (as per online calculator)

Inform Infection Control Team

Notes:

Important: Notes

Cannula site infection with marked cellulitis, phlebitis or signs of systemic infection / sepsis

Remove the device

Treatment duration: 5-7 days