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Symposium on antimicrobial agents. The quinolones.

R C Walker1, A J Wright

  • 1Division of Infectious Diseases and Internal Medicine, Mayo Clinic.

Mayo Clinic Proceedings
|November 1, 1987
PubMed
Summary

Fluoroquinolones are a new class of antimicrobials effective against resistant bacteria like Pseudomonas aeruginosa and MRSA. While generally safe and well-absorbed orally, they are not recommended for children due to cartilage concerns.

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Area of Science:

  • Pharmacology
  • Microbiology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Fluoroquinolones represent a novel class of antimicrobial agents.
  • They exhibit structural similarities to nalidixic acid.
  • These agents possess a broad spectrum of activity against various pathogens.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and describe the characteristics of the fluoroquinolone class of antimicrobials.
  • To highlight their spectrum of activity, pharmacokinetic properties, and potential clinical applications.
  • To note precautions regarding their use in specific populations.

Main Methods:

  • Review of the pharmacological and clinical properties of fluoroquinolones.
  • Assessment of their in vitro activity against key bacterial pathogens.
  • Evaluation of oral absorption, tissue penetration, and adverse reaction profiles.

Main Results:

  • Broad-spectrum activity including Pseudomonas aeruginosa, multiresistant Gram-negative bacteria, and MRSA.
  • Good oral absorption with serum and tissue levels exceeding minimal inhibitory concentrations.
  • Rare and generally mild adverse reactions; use contraindicated in children due to cartilage concerns.

Conclusions:

  • Fluoroquinolones show promise for treating urinary tract infections, bacterial gastroenteritis, and gonococcal infections.
  • Potential to reduce treatment costs for infections caused by multi-drug resistant organisms via oral therapy.
  • Effective against a wide range of bacteria, offering a valuable therapeutic option when used appropriately.

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