Surgical Prophylaxis - Breast Surgery
| Implants and reconstruction |
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FLUCLOXACILLIN 1g
Plus
GENTAMICIN 2mg/kg
(max. 240mg)
If current / previous MRSA positive:
ADD
TEICOPLANIN 600mg
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IV single dose at induction
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OR
If penicillin allergy (see explanatory notes), use:
TEICOPLANIN 600mg
plus
GENTAMICIN 2mg/kg
(max. 240mg)
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IV single dose at induction |
For guidance on the administration of intravenous antibiotics click here
(GHNHSFT intranet)