Treatments for Disseminated Gonorrhea
Disseminated gonorrhea is a severe complication occurring when the condition is not treated early. Bacteria would spread to other body parts through the bloodstream and lead to skin lesions and arthritis. People with this issue might have to be hospitalized for the injection of suitable medications into the vein. Depending on the kind of infection, the dosages and duration can vary.
– Gonococcal arthritis-dermatitis (preferred) requires 1 gram of intravenous ceftriaxone every day, along with a single dose of 1 gram oral azithromycin. The duration is no more than 1 week.
– Gonococcal arthritis-dermatitis (alternative) requires 1 gram of intravenous ceftriaxone every 8 hours, along with a single dose of 1 gram oral azithromycin. The duration is no more than 1 week.
– Gonococcal endocarditis requires 1 to 2 grams of intravenous ceftriaxone every 12 hours, along with a single dose of 1 gram oral azithromycin. The duration is around 4 weeks.
– Gonococcal meningitis requires 1 to 2 grams of intravenous ceftriaxone every 12 hours, along with a single dose of 1 gram oral azithromycin. The duration is between 10 and 14 days.[7]
