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Conjunctivitis - infective - Management
If a topical ocular antibiotic is thought necessary which antibiotic should I prescribe for someone with infective conjunctivitis?
- Prescribe chloramphenicol first-line for empirical treatment of infective conjunctivitis.
- Fusidic acid is an alternative. It is preferred for people who:
- Are pregnant.
- Have a personal or family history of blood dyscrasias, such as aplastic anaemia.
- Are intolerant of chloramphenicol.
- Prefer a twice-a-day treatment for infective conjunctivitis.
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