Comparative susceptibility of Legionella pneumophila and Legionella longbeachae to 12 antimicrobial agents

J Antimicrob Chemother. 1995 Jul;36(1):219-23. doi: 10.1093/jac/36.1.219.

Abstract

The in-vitro susceptibilities of 28 strains each of Legionella pneumophila and Legionella longbeachae to 12 antibiotics were compared by an agar dilution technique. A limited comparison with disc testing was also performed. Most antibiotics were less active against L. longbeachae, although MICs of erythromycin, ciprofloxacin and rifampicin suggest potential clinical utility.

Publication types

  • Comparative Study

MeSH terms

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents / pharmacology*
  • Culture Media
  • Legionella / drug effects*
  • Legionella pneumophila / drug effects*
  • Microbial Sensitivity Tests

Substances

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Culture Media