Systemic antibiotic agents

This article presents an updated review of commonly used agents of importan ce to the dermatologist in the treatment of bacterial infections of the ski n. It includes a detailed discussion of pharmacokinetics, dosage, side-effe ct profiles, and clinical indications that may be used by the clinician. It is intended to widen the scope of therapeutic alternatives that will enabl e delivery of optimal care for treating cutaneous bacterial infectious proc esses.