Have a low threshold to start treatment for a suspected meningitis.If meningococcal disease is suspected and unless there is a history of anaphylaxis to penicillins, give preferentially intravenous Penicillin G (benzylpenicillin) or alternatively intramuscularly. Intramuscular antibiotic injections are given proximally, into a warm part of the limb.Benzylpenicillin Dose Guide: Infant: 300 mg Child 1-9 years: 600 mg Adult: 1200 mg … Continue reading Meningococcaemia