Recommendations
| Dosage | Remarks | |
|---|---|---|
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topical fusidic acid 1% 4 times daily for a minimum of 7 days
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SWABID (National) remarks eye gel 10 mg/g |
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flucloxacillin oral 500 mg 4 times daily for 7 to 10 days
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SWAB remarks In very severe infection |
Eyelid hygiene
In recurrent cases, for example with rosacea or ulcerosa, consider doxycycline 100 mg once daily after a starting dose of 200 mg once daily for 2-6 weeks