This protocol covers gonococcal conjunctivitis in a defined paediatric sub-population: a patient who is under 18 years of age and whose body weight is 45 kg or more. Both criteria together determine the applicable management approach.
In children younger than 18, treatment decisions are age-dependent. However, once a child reaches a body weight of 45 kg or more, a specific treatment pathway applies that differs from lower-weight paediatric patients.
For patients in this age and weight category, the treatment approach is aligned with that used in adults, involving a combination antibiotic regimen. The complete protocol — including agent selection, combination options, and all clinical detail — is available via the link below.