S. epidermidis
- If medical device-associated meningitis/ventriculitis and prosthetic material (e.g. CSF shunt or drain) still in place, add rifampin if isolate is susceptible.
| Therapy | Dose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Vancomycin | 15mg/kg IV q8-12h | 14 days |
| +/- | ||
| Rifampin | 600mg IV/PO daily |
Alternative
| Therapy | Dose | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Linezolid | 600mg IV/PO q12h | 14 days |