Antibiotic susceptibilities of Listeria: in vitro studies

Infection. 1988:16 Suppl 2:S160-4. doi: 10.1007/BF01639741.

Abstract

Although Listeria is a rather susceptible bacterium, most antibiotics exert a bacteriostatic effect on Listeria monocytogenes. Except for fosfomycin, antibiotic susceptibilities are similar among the species of the genus Listeria. In vitro, bactericidal effect is often achieved by the use of antibiotic combinations. The most commonly used combinations are ampicillin with aminoglycosides. Up until now, there has been no trend towards reduced susceptibility of Listeria to antibiotics.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / administration & dosage
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / pharmacology
  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / therapeutic use*
  • Drug Combinations
  • Drug Resistance, Microbial
  • Humans
  • Listeria / drug effects*
  • Listeriosis / drug therapy*
  • Microbial Sensitivity Tests
  • Time Factors

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Drug Combinations