In most cases, children are treated with oral amoxicillin clavulanate because the exact cause of the cellulitis may not be known. If a culture shows the infection is caused by Pasteurella, oral penicillin can be used. Most infections require a 7- to 10-day dose of antibacterials, occasionally longer.

How is Pasteurella treated in animals?

Immediate treatment

All bites should be thoroughly cleaned and debrided as required. Broad spectrum antimicrobials usually chosen empirically for bite wounds, such as co-amoxiclav, are likely to be effective against Pasteurella in the setting of simple wound infections.

Can Pasteurella be cured?

Symptomatic pasteurella infection is usually treated with antibiotics for 14-30 days; commonly used antibiotics include include enrofloxacin (Baytril), trimethoprim sulfa, and ciprofloxacin.