Spectrum: Local Antimicrobial Stewardship, for Fraser Health

CAP, Low Severity

Note

Consider outpatient treatment

If patient requires admission for comorbidities or social reasons, oral therapy is still appropriate

Addition of atypical coverage is not routinely recommended for low severity CAP

Duration of therapy

5 days

Duration information

Empiric Treatment

Amoxicillin 1000 mg PO BID

If unable to take oral medications:

Ceftriaxone 1000 mg IV q24h

Severe beta-lactam allergy

Moxifloxacin 400 mg PO daily

If unable to take oral medications:

Moxifloxacin 400 mg IV daily