Herpes Simplex Virus neonates: Localized SEM (skin, eye, mouth)

Mostly likely pathogen

Herpes Simplex Virus

Duration of therapy

14 days

Suggested regimen

Less than or equal to 2 kg AND
post natal age less than or equal to 7 days :

Greater than 2 kg regardless of post natal age:

Neonatal suppressive therapy

Neonatal suppressive therapy following parenteral therapy
for SEM disease may be offered, consult Infectious Diseases)