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Treatment of mycoplasma pneumonia

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A macrolide or tetracycline is usually effective as first-line treatment of mycoplasma infections in both uncomplicated and more severe community-acquired pneumonia. A fluoroquinolone antibiotic may be considered as second-line treatment if previous antibiotics fail. Treatment period is for a minimum of 10-14 days. (1)

Reference:

1. Metlay JP, Waterer GW, Long AC, et al. Diagnosis and treatment of adults with community-acquired pneumonia. An official clinical practice guideline of the American Thoracic Society and Infectious Diseases Society of America. Am J Respir Crit Care Med. 2019 Oct 1;200(7)


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