We’ve recommended that newborn babies receiving antibiotics in hospital could potentially switch to oral antibiotics and be cared for at home if they are doing well and responding to treatment.
UK NICE · May 13, 2026
Neonatal infection guidance updated to allow home antibiotic treatment for some babies
NICE recommends newborns responding well to antibiotics may switch to oral treatment and receive care at home.
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