Acute Meningococcal Disease was an existing Victorian CPG that has been revised then reviewed by CPG Committee members. It will be considered for PIC endorsement on 27 August.

Key Points

1. IV ceftriaxone/cefotaxime should be given as soon as meningococcal disease is suspected. If unavailable, give penicillin
2. If IV access cannot be obtained within 15 minutes, administer IM or IO
3. Collect blood cultures prior to antibiotics if possible, but do not delay antibiotic administration