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The management of skin and skin structure infections in children, adolescents and adults: a review of empiric antimicrobial therapy

Wilson, S.E.

International Journal of Clinical Practice 52(6): 414-417

1998

ISSN/ISBN: 1368-5031
PMID: 9894379
Document Number: 7838
This article reviews the diagnosis and management of mild-to-moderate skin and skin structure infections in children, adolescents and adults in a general practice setting. Therapies reviewed are those in current use: penicillins; beta-lactamase stable penicillins, including flucloxacillin, oxacillin, and amoxicillin-clavulanate; oral quinolones; macrolides; and oral cephalosporins. Consideration is given to duration of therapy, side-effect profile and compliance.

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The management of skin and skin structure infections in children, adolescents and adults: a review of empiric antimicrobial therapy

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