STREP PNEUMONIA RESISTANCE Flashcards
1
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STREP PNEUMONIA RESISTANCE TO QUINOLONES
A
GYRASE AND TOPOISOMERASE BINDING SITE MUTATIONS
QUINOLONES BINDS TOPOISOMERASE
2
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QUINOLONE FAILURES
A
LEVAQUIN 500MG ASSOCIATED WITH TREATMENT FAILURE
USE 750MG FOR 5-7 DAYS.
3
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STREP PNEUMONIA RESISTANCE TO BETA LACTAMS
A
DUE TO CELL WALL BINDING SITE MUTATION