Lyme disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is Lyme disease?
A
Infection of bacteria transmitted to humans following a bite from an infected tick
2
Q
What are the treatment options?
A
Adults and children aged 12 years or older:
Doxycycline 100 mg twice daily (or 200 mg once daily) for 21 days.
Amoxicillin 1000 mg three times daily for 21 days (if doxycycline is not suitable).
Azithromycin 500 mg daily for 17 days (if doxycycline and amoxicillin are not suitable).
