Droplet Precautions
Ceftriaxone *q12hr dosing if suspected or documented meningitis
Penicillin or Ampicillin - Once susceptibilities available
Chloramphenicol or ciprofloxacin - If beta lactam allergy
Encapsulated gram negative diplococci
Colonizer and cause of invasive disease:
Rarely:
Generally of little significance when cultured from nonsterile sites i.e. genital, pharynx.
Classic sign is petechial rash
Occurs in outbreaks particularly in crowded setting
Vaccinations
Post exposure prophylaxis may be required for close contacts and healthcare workers directly exposed to oral secretions Regimen Options
Rifampin
Ceftriaxone
Ciprofloxacin