Initial Episode CDI

Institute contact precautions plus for any suspected or confirmed CDI case

Duration of Therapy

10 days

Alternate Treatment

For non-severe CDI only (e.g., WBC less than 15 and creatinine less than 133):

Note

Probiotics (i.e. Lactobacillus) or cholestyramine are NOT recommended as adjunctive treatment for or prevention of recurrent CDI as evidence regarding their efficacy is unclear.

Infectious Diseases consultation should be considered for patients who have other infections requiring concomitant antibiotics in setting of C. difficile infection