Meningitis Flashcards
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Q
What do you give for bacterial meningitis with a non-blanching rash?
A
Single dose of parenteral benzylpenicillin IV or IM at earliest opportunity then transfer to hospital
Dosage:
Children younger than 1 year of age — 300 mg.
Children 1–9 years of age — 600 mg.
Adults and children 10 years of age or older — 1200 mg.
