Key to symbols
The medicine should be initiated by, or on the advice of a specialist, but is suitable for continuation by a GP
The medicine should only be used and prescribed by a specialist
Indicates the preferred choice within a class or group of medicines
5.1. Antibacterial drugs
5.1.5. Macrolides
Preferred List
ERYTHROMYCIN
Prescribing Notes:
Erythromycin has a spectrum of activity similar to penicillin, which makes it a useful alternative for penicillin allergic patients for many infections.
Total Formulary
AZITHROMYCIN (tablets, oral suspension, IV infusion)
Restrictions:
Oral formulations are only Formulary for indications which require its powerful anti-chlamydial effect. Azithromycin IV infusion is restricted to use for the treatment of community acquired pneumonia (CAP) and pelvic inflammatory disease (PID) only on the advice of a microbiologist or infectious disease physician when the oral route of administration is compromised.
Please note: the intravenous formulation is a PROTECTED ANTIBIOTIC (see policy here) and relevant paper work should be completed.