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Sore throat antibiotic prescribing decision (NICE-recommended)

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Clinical use

Use this calculator for sore throat antibiotic prescribing decision (nice-recommended) in theinfectious disease workflow. It is decision support and should be interpreted with the patient context, local protocols, and clinician judgment.

Interpretation

0-1: no antibiotic. 2-3: delayed prescription. 4-5: immediate antibiotic reasonable. Reduces prescribing ~30% vs clinical judgement.

Required inputs

  • Fever 24 H
  • Purulence Tonsils
  • Attend Rapidly
  • Inflamed
  • No Cough Or Coryza

Evidence and limitations

This page cites 2 published references. Confirm units and inclusion criteria before applying the output; calculators do not replace assessment, escalation, or local policy.

References

  • Little P et al. BMJ 2013;347:f5806
  • NICE Guideline NG84 2018

Frequently asked questions

What is the FeverPAIN Score?

FeverPAIN Score is a clinical calculator used for Sore throat antibiotic prescribing decision (NICE-recommended).

How do I interpret the FeverPAIN Score?

0-1: no antibiotic. 2-3: delayed prescription. 4-5: immediate antibiotic reasonable. Reduces prescribing ~30% vs clinical judgement.

What inputs are required for the FeverPAIN Score?

Required inputs include Fever 24 H, Purulence Tonsils, Attend Rapidly, Inflamed, No Cough Or Coryza.

What is the evidence behind the FeverPAIN Score?

The FeverPAIN Score page cites Little P et al. BMJ 2013;347:f5806; NICE Guideline NG84 2018.

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