Chlamydia

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Chlamydia

• Systemic erythromycin
  • Adults and children over 8 years: 250 - 500 mg orally every 6 hours (or 500 mg - 1 g every 12 hours)
  • 1 month - 2 years: 125 mg orally every 6 hours; dose doubled in severe infections
  • 2 - 8 years: 250 mg 6 hourly
  • 8 - 18 years: 250 - 500 mg 6 hourly; dose doubled in severe infections

Notable Adverse Drug Reactions, Contraindications and Caution

• Steroid drops are absolutely contraindicated

Prevention

• Wash hands thoroughly after any unhygienic procedure
• Avoid sharing towels used for cleaning face