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[Failure of fluoroquinolone treatment in pneumococcal pneumonia].

Abstract
Based on a case story concerning the development of pneumococcal pneumonia in relation to treatment with a quinolone, use of such antibiotics in respiratory tract infections is discussed. In the light of in vitro results, animal experiments, and clinical reports of treatment failure of quinolones, we warn against the routine use of these antibiotics against respiratory tract infections. Quinolones may be useful in the treatment of verified Gram-negative respiratory tract infections, but should always be preceded by susceptibility testing.
AuthorsR L Skov, J B Hertz
JournalUgeskrift for laeger (Ugeskr Laeger) Vol. 156 Issue 48 Pg. 7232-4 (Nov 28 1994) ISSN: 0041-5782 [Print] Denmark
Vernacular TitleSvigt af fluorokinolonbehandling ved pneumokokpneumoni.
PMID7817437 (Publication Type: Case Reports, English Abstract, Journal Article)
Chemical References
  • Anti-Infective Agents
  • Fluoroquinolones
Topics
  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Anti-Infective Agents (administration & dosage)
  • Female
  • Fluoroquinolones
  • Humans
  • Male
  • Middle Aged
  • Pneumonia, Pneumococcal (drug therapy)
  • Treatment Failure

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