JPAC Joint United Kingdom (UK) Blood Transfusion and Tissue Transplantation Services Professional Advisory Committee

Antibiotic Therapy

SeeIf on antibiotics to treat an infection:
Infection - General
See if RelevantIf on prophylactic antibiotics:
Acne
Infection - General
Non-Contagious Diseases - Contact With
Splenectomy
Additional InformationTreatment with antibiotics is not of itself a reason for deferral but the reason for the treatment may be. When treatment is being given to prevent infection, rather than to treat it, see if there is a relevant entry. If not, discuss with a 'Designated Clinical Support Officer'.
Reason for change'Additional Information' has been added for clarity and links have been included to 'Non-Contagious Diseases - Contact With', 'Acne' and 'Splenectomy'.
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DSG-WB Edition 203, Release 01.