Table 9.

Treatment options for febrile neutropenic patients.

Based on the nature of the initial regimen → Combination therapy Monotherapy 
Based on the route of antibiotic administration → Parenteral Sequential (IV → PO) Oral 
Based on site of care → Hospital based 
 Early discharge (step down) 
 Outpatient therapy 
Based on the nature of the initial regimen → Combination therapy Monotherapy 
Based on the route of antibiotic administration → Parenteral Sequential (IV → PO) Oral 
Based on site of care → Hospital based 
 Early discharge (step down) 
 Outpatient therapy