Endocarditis

The regional formulary will not cover all eventualities for infections medicines choices. As with any condition; patient specific factors and sensitivities need to be considered. Please consider this regional formulary advice alongside any relevant local Board guidelines.

Prevention of endocarditis

Prescribing Notes:

  • Prevention of endocarditis in patients with heart-valve lesion, septal defect, patent ductus, or prosthetic valve: see SDCEP guidance on prophylaxis against infective endocarditis.

History Notes

30/07/2026

Regional formulary chapter launched.