STREP PNEUMONIA RESISTANCE Flashcards

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STREP PNEUMONIA RESISTANCE TO QUINOLONES

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GYRASE AND TOPOISOMERASE BINDING SITE MUTATIONS

QUINOLONES BINDS TOPOISOMERASE

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QUINOLONE FAILURES

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LEVAQUIN 500MG ASSOCIATED WITH TREATMENT FAILURE

USE 750MG FOR 5-7 DAYS.

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STREP PNEUMONIA RESISTANCE TO BETA LACTAMS

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DUE TO CELL WALL BINDING SITE MUTATION

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