Gonorrhoea

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.

Treatment of uncomplicated gonorrhoea

Refer to sexual health services.


Ceftriaxone
Ceftriaxone 1g powder for solution for injection vials

1g by intramuscular injection (ceftriaxone in lidocaine).

Prescribing Notes:

  • Refer all patients with a potential diagnosis of gonorrhoea to sexual health services, for diagnosis and treatment.
  • With any genital symptoms consider a sexually transmitted infection (STI) test including chlamydia, gonorrhoea, HIV and syphilis.

History Notes

30/07/2026

Regional formulary chapter launched.