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In vitro study of staphylococci susceptibility to gatifloxacin.

Author: BuiucD, PoiatăAntonia, TuchiluşCristina

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Overview

Gatifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that effectively treats bacterial infections such as pneumonia, bronchitis, sinus infections, respiratory tract infections, urinary tract infections, and sexually transmitted diseases. Gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution is specifically used for bacterial conjunctivitis.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
Gatifloxacin is in a class of drug called fluoroquinolone antibiotics. It eliminates bacteria that cause many infections, such as pneumonia and bronchitis, sinus, respiratory tract and urinary tract infections and sexually transmitted diseases. Gatifloxacin ophthalmic solution is used to treat bacte...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17983195

データ提供：米国国立医学図書館（NLM）

Gatifloxacin: A Fluoroquinolone Antibiotic with Broad Spectrum Activity

Gatifloxacin is a fluoroquinolone antibiotic that has a wide range of activity against various bacterial species. This study investigates the susceptibility of staphylococci to gatifloxacin in vitro.

Gatifloxacin's Effectiveness: A Laboratory Study

The in vitro study demonstrated that gatifloxacin exhibits significant activity against staphylococci. This finding suggests that gatifloxacin may be a valuable treatment option for staphylococcal infections.

Combatting Infections: A Crucial Role for Antibiotics

Antibiotics play a crucial role in combating bacterial infections, and the development of new antibiotics with broad-spectrum activity is essential to address the growing challenge of antibiotic resistance.

Dr.Camel's Conclusion

Like a desert traveler relying on a well-stocked camel to carry essential supplies, patients facing bacterial infections depend on effective antibiotics to combat the invaders. This study adds to our understanding of gatifloxacin's effectiveness against staphylococci, highlighting its potential as a valuable weapon in our fight against infectious diseases.

Date :
  1. Date Completed 2008-02-06
  2. Date Revised 2023-12-13
Further Info :

Pubmed ID

17983195

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

17983195

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