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The penetration of telavancin was 2% into inflamed meninges and ca. 1 per thousand into noninflamed meninges after two intravenous injections (30 mg/kg of body weight). In experimental meningitis, telavancin was significantly superior to vancomycin combined with ceftriaxone against a penicillin-resi...See full text at original site
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引用元:
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1366883/

データ提供:米国国立医学図書館(NLM)

Vanquishing the Microbial Bandits of Meningitis

Meningitis, a condition that can resemble a raging sandstorm, often requires swift action. This study delves into the potential of telavancin, a powerful antibiotic, to combat penicillin-resistant pneumococci and Staphylococcus aureus, two bacterial culprits often associated with meningitis. The study utilizes a rabbit meningitis model to investigate the effectiveness of telavancin in this challenging battle. Researchers aimed to find a weapon powerful enough to overcome the resistance of these microbial bandits.

Telavancin: A Powerful Antibiotic Weapon

The results of this study highlight the potential of telavancin in treating meningitis. It demonstrated superior efficacy against the penicillin-resistant pneumococcal strain, suggesting it could be a valuable tool for combating this stubborn enemy.

Fighting for Health in the Desert

Meningitis is a serious threat, but this study provides hope for effective treatment. Telavancin could potentially be a valuable weapon in the fight against this dangerous condition.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Meningitis is like a sandstorm, fierce and unforgiving. This study suggests that telavancin is a powerful weapon in the fight against this dangerous condition. It is a hopeful development in the quest to conquer the microbial bandits that lurk in the desert of illness.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2006-03-23
  2. Date Revised 2018-12-03
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

16436742

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

PMC1366883

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