Gram-positive resistance: pathogens, implications, and treatment options: insights from the Society of Infectious Diseases Pharmacists.
Despite the advent of new antibiotics, resistance in gram-positive pathogens, including staphylococci and enterococci, continues to increase. This is evident with the recent emergence of vancomycin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus . Newer treatment agents are available, including quinupristin-dalfopristin, linezolid, and daptomycin. In addition, investigational agents are being explored. Clinical trials have been conducted for various infections, such as skin and skin structure infections, pneumonia, and bloodstream infections. Antibacterial activity, site of infection, and potential for adverse effects must be taken into account when making decisions regarding therapy.
Akins
Ronda L
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Department of Pharmacy Practice, School of Pharmacy, Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center, Amarillo, Texas 79106, USA.
Haase
Krystal K
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D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000493:pharmacokinetics / Q000627:therapeutic use*; D002986:Clinical Trials as Topic; D024901:Drug Resistance, Multiple, Bacterial; D006094:Gram-Positive Bacteria / Q000187:drug effects*; D016908:Gram-Positive Bacterial Infections / Q000188:drug therapy*; D006801:Humans; D017410:Practice Guidelines as Topic
D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents