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Antibiotic recommendations for treating and preventing invasive meningococcal disease31
| Region | Therapy recommended | Duration (days) | Alternative therapies |
|---|---|---|---|
| US | Penicillin G, ampicillin, third-generation cephalosporin | 5–7 | Chloramphenicol,* meropenem, fluoroquinolone |
| Canada | Penicillin G | 5–7 | Not specified |
| Europe | Benzyl penicillin, third-generation cephalosporin | 5–7 | Chloramphenicol,* meropenem, moxifloxacin |
Note:
In cases of penicillin allergy.
