Chlamydia conjunctivitis
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.
For general guidance on administration of drugs to the eye and on control of microbial contamination of eye drops, please see the ‘General information on eye drops’ recommendations.
Treatment of chlamydia conjunctivitis
Refer patient to sexual health services for STI screening (see prescribing notes below).
Doxycycline
Doxycycline 100mg capsules
100mg every 12 hours for 7 days.
Azithromycin
Azithromycin 250mg tablets
1g single dose followed by 500mg daily for 2 days.
Azithromycin 500mg tablets
1g single dose followed by 500mg daily for 2 days.
Prescribing Notes:
- For proven chlamydial infection, appropriate systemic therapy should be prescribed. Refer the patient to sexual health services for STI screening. See also chlamydia recommendations.
History Notes
30/07/2026
Regional formulary chapter launched.