Formulary Search

Drug

Indication

Status

Restrictions/Comments

Formulary Status

Links

1. Levofloxacin

Drug:

Levofloxacin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Oral solution
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/fluoroquinolone-antibiotics-reminder-of-the-risk-of-disabling-and-potentially-long-lasting-or-irreversible-side-effects

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines, NICE condensed summary table of antimicrobial guidance or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

2. Levofloxacin

Drug:

Levofloxacin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/fluoroquinolone-antibiotics-reminder-of-the-risk-of-disabling-and-potentially-long-lasting-or-irreversible-side-effects

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

3. Amoxicillin

Drug:

Amoxicillin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Capsules
Oral suspension
Sachets (SUGAR FREE powder)

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

25. Amoxicillin

Drug:

Amoxicillin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials. Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

4. Benzylpenicillin sodium (Penicillin G)

Drug:

Benzylpenicillin sodium (Penicillin G)

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

5. Cefalexin

Drug:

Cefalexin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Capsules
Oral suspension
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines, NICE condensed summary table of antimicrobial guidance or specialist microbiology recommendation. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

6. Cefotaxime sodium

Drug:

Cefotaxime sodium

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines, NICE condensed summary table of antimicrobial guidance or specialist microbiology recommendation. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

7. Ceftriaxone sodium

Drug:

Ceftriaxone sodium

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines, NICE condensed summary table of antimicrobial guidance or specialist microbiology recommendation. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available. Primary care use restricted to IM injection to treat gonorrhoea.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

8. Ciprofloxacin

Drug:

Ciprofloxacin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Oral suspension
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/fluoroquinolone-antibiotics-reminder-of-the-risk-of-disabling-and-potentially-long-lasting-or-irreversible-side-effects

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines, NICE condensed summary table of antimicrobial guidance or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

36. Ciprofloxacin

Drug:

Ciprofloxacin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/fluoroquinolone-antibiotics-reminder-of-the-risk-of-disabling-and-potentially-long-lasting-or-irreversible-side-effects

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

9. Clarithromycin

Drug:

Clarithromycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Oral suspension
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines, NICE condensed summary table of antimicrobial guidance or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

37. Clarithromycin

Drug:

Clarithromycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

10. Co-amoxiclav

Drug:

Co-amoxiclav

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Oral suspension
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines, NICE condensed summary table of antimicrobial guidance or specialist microbiology recommendation. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials. Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

39. Co-amoxiclav

Drug:

Co-amoxiclav

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

11. Co-trimoxazole (Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole)

Drug:

Co-trimoxazole (Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole)

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Oral suspension
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

40. Co-trimoxazole (Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole)

Drug:

Co-trimoxazole (Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole)

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

12. Doxycycline

Drug:

Doxycycline

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Capsules
Dispersible tablets
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

13. Erythromycin

Drug:

Erythromycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Oral solution
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/erythromycin-caution-required-due-to-cardiac-risks-qt-interval-prolongation-drug-interaction-with-rivaroxaban

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines, NICE condensed summary table of antimicrobial guidance or specialist microbiology recommendation. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

46. Erythromycin

Drug:

Erythromycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/erythromycin-caution-required-due-to-cardiac-risks-qt-interval-prolongation-drug-interaction-with-rivaroxaban

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

14. Flucloxacillin sodium

Drug:

Flucloxacillin sodium

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Capsules
Oral suspension

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

47. Flucloxacillin sodium

Drug:

Flucloxacillin sodium

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

15. Fosfomycin

Drug:

Fosfomycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Granules

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

48. Fosfomycin

Drug:

Fosfomycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Specialist Approval.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

16. Metronidazole

Drug:

Metronidazole

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Oral solution
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

53. Metronidazole

Drug:

Metronidazole

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

54. Metronidazole

Drug:

Metronidazole

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Suppositories

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

17. Nitrofurantoin

Drug:

Nitrofurantoin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Not Specified

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/nitrofurantoin-reminder-of-the-risks-of-pulmonary-and-hepatic-adverse-drug-reactions

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

18. Ofloxacin

Drug:

Ofloxacin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/fluoroquinolone-antibiotics-reminder-of-the-risk-of-disabling-and-potentially-long-lasting-or-irreversible-side-effects

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

19. Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V)

Drug:

Phenoxymethylpenicillin (Penicillin V)

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Oral suspension
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

20. Trimethoprim

Drug:

Trimethoprim

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Green

Formulations :

Oral suspension
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

21. Cefaclor

Drug:

Cefaclor

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Blue

Formulations :

Capsules
Modified release tablets
Oral suspension

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines, NICE condensed summary table of antimicrobial guidance or specialisit microbiology recommendation. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available. Use in primary care when indicated by microbiolgy eg on culture results,

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

22. Clindamycin

Drug:

Clindamycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Blue

Formulations :

Capsules
Liquid

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. Use in primary care when indicated by microbiology eg on culture results. Clindamycin has a high association with the development of Clostridium Difficile. Patients and carers should be advised to stop clindamycin if diarrhoea develops.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

38. Clindamycin

Drug:

Clindamycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. Clindamycin has a high association with the development of Clostridium Difficile. Patients and carers should be advised to stop clindamycin if diarrhoea develops.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

23. Fusidic acid

Drug:

Fusidic acid

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Blue

Formulations :

Suspension
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials. Use in primary care when indicated by microbiology eg on culture results. Note - licensed products are being discontinued in 2025.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

24. Amikacin

Drug:

Amikacin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/aminoglycosides-gentamicin-amikacin-tobramycin-and-neomycin-increased-risk-of-deafness-in-patients-with-mitochondrial-mutations

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. This drug requires therapeutic monitoring

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

26. Aztreonam

Drug:

Aztreonam

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by NICE guidelines, local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

27. Aztreonam with avibactam

Drug:

Aztreonam with avibactam

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Intravenous infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

For recommendation by Microbiology Consultant use only, in patients with confirmed or suspected Multi-drug Resistant (MDR) Gram-negative bacterial infections.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

28. Cefepime

Drug:

Cefepime

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Approval. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

29. Cefiderocol

Drug:

Cefiderocol

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Approval. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

NICE

R

SPC

30. Cefixime

Drug:

Cefixime

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

31. Ceftazidime pentahydrate

Drug:

Ceftazidime pentahydrate

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. F Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

32. Ceftazidime with avibactam

Drug:

Ceftazidime with avibactam

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Specialist Approval. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

33. Cefuroxime sodium

Drug:

Cefuroxime sodium

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

34. Cetftolozone with tazobactam

Drug:

Cetftolozone with tazobactam

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Specialist Approval. Use with caution in patients with a confirmed history of penicillin rash/anaphylaxis - unless no suitable alternative is available

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

35. Chloramphenicol

Drug:

Chloramphenicol

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Capsules
Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialisit microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

41. Dalbavancin hydrochloride

Drug:

Dalbavancin hydrochloride

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Specialist Approval.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

42. Dapsone

Drug:

Dapsone

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

43. Daptomycin

Drug:

Daptomycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/daptomycin-risk-of-eosinophilic-pneumonia

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Specialist Approval.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

44. Demeclocycline hydrochloride

Drug:

Demeclocycline hydrochloride

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Capsules
Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

45. Ertapenem sodium

Drug:

Ertapenem sodium

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/carbapenems-concomitant-use-with-valproic-acid-not-recommended

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Specialist Approval.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

49. Gentamicin sulfate

Drug:

Gentamicin sulfate

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion
Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/aminoglycosides-gentamicin-amikacin-tobramycin-and-neomycin-increased-risk-of-deafness-in-patients-with-mitochondrial-mutations

Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials. This drug requires therapeutic monitoring

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

50. Imipenem with cilastatin

Drug:

Imipenem with cilastatin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/carbapenems-concomitant-use-with-valproic-acid-not-recommended

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Specialist Approval.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

51. Meropenem

Drug:

Meropenem

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/carbapenems-concomitant-use-with-valproic-acid-not-recommended

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Specialist Approval.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

52. Meropenem with vaborbactam

Drug:

Meropenem with vaborbactam

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Intravenous infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted for Microbiology Approval Only

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/carbapenems-concomitant-use-with-valproic-acid-not-recommended

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

NICE

R

SPC

55. Moxifloxacin

Drug:

Moxifloxacin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/fluoroquinolone-antibiotics-reminder-of-the-risk-of-disabling-and-potentially-long-lasting-or-irreversible-side-effects

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/fluoroquinolone-antibiotics-must-now-only-be-prescribed-when-other-commonly-recommended-antibiotics-are-inappropriate

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

56. Norfloxacin

Drug:

Norfloxacin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/fluoroquinolone-antibiotics-reminder-of-the-risk-of-disabling-and-potentially-long-lasting-or-irreversible-side-effects

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

57. Piperacillin sodium/tazobactam sodium

Drug:

Piperacillin sodium/tazobactam sodium

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://www.gov.uk/drug-safety-update/piperacillin-tazobactam-compatibility-of-generics-is-different-from-brand-leader-tazocin

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. Contra-indicated in Penicillin Allergy

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

58. Rifabutin

Drug:

Rifabutin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Capsules

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - requires microbiology or respiratory approval

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

59. Sodium fusidate

Drug:

Sodium fusidate

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

60. Streptomycin

Drug:

Streptomycin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

https://bnf.nice.org.uk/drugs/streptomycin/

Restricted Antimicrobial - requires Microbiology Specialist Approval.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

61. Sulfadiazine

Drug:

Sulfadiazine

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Tablets

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Toxoplasmosis only

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

62. Teicoplanin

Drug:

Teicoplanin

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. Follow local guidelines on the use of antimicrobials. This drug requires Therapeutic Drug Monitoring.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

63. Temocillin sodium

Drug:

Temocillin sodium

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Injection

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

64. Tigecycline

Drug:

Tigecycline

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

R

SPC

65. Tinidazole

Drug:

Tinidazole

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Restrictions / Comments:

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :

SPC

66. Vancomycin hydrochloride

Drug:

Vancomycin hydrochloride

Indication :

Bacterial infection

Status :

Red

Formulations :

Infusion

Restrictions / Comments:

Important

Restricted Use - for use when indicated by local trust antimicrobial guidelines or specialist microbiology recommendation. This drug requires therapeutic monitoring.

Formulary Status :

Primary Care

ASPH

RSFT

SASH

SABP

Links :