What antibiotics are used for Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria?
Apr 03, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Shuwen
Introduction
Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria differ in their susceptibility to antibiotics, so the choice of appropriate antibiotic should be based on the specific bacterial species and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. Gram-positive bacteria include staphylococci, streptococci, and pneumococci. Commonly used antibiotics include penicillin tablets, cephalosporin tablets, vancomycin tablets, and rifampin tablets, which must be taken under a physician's guidance.
Generally, Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria differ in their susceptibility to antibiotics, so appropriate antibiotics should be selected based on the specific bacterial species and antimicrobial susceptibility testing. The details are as follows:
Gram-positive bacteria include staphylococci, streptococci, and pneumococci. Commonly used antibiotics include penicillin tablets, cephalosporin tablets, vancomycin tablets, and rifampicin tablets, which should be taken under a doctor's guidance. Gram-negative bacteria include Escherichia coli, Klebsiella, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, etc. Commonly used antibiotics include aminoglycosides, cephalosporins, quinolones, and carbapenems, such as cefradine tablets, amikacin injection, and ofloxacin tablets. These medications should also be used under medical supervision.
Different bacterial strains may vary in their sensitivity to the same antibiotic. Therefore, when treating infections with antibiotics, selection should be guided by antimicrobial susceptibility test results and administered according to a physician’s recommendations. Additionally, proper administration methods and dosages must be observed to avoid adverse effects such as drug allergies and the development of antimicrobial resistance.
