Neonatal Antibiotic guidelines

THESE GUIDELINES ARE FOR USE WITHIN THE MAIDSTONE & TUNBRIDGE WELLS NHS TRUST ONLY

PLEASE NOTE THE DIFFERENT GUIDELINES DEPENDING ON THE UNIT/WARD WHERE THE BABY IS BEING TREATED

Any antimicrobial included in the Trust antimicrobial guidance should be considered on formulary when prescribed according to the guidance.

Hospital Guidelines: Antibiotics on the Neonatal Unit (including Sepsis and Meningitis)

 Hospital Guidelines: Conjunctivitis

 Hospital Guidelines: Surgical prophylaxis

 Hospital Guidelines: Varicella Zoster