ANTIMICROBIAL AGENTS FOR THE DERMATOLOGIST .2. MACROLIDES, FLUOROQUINOLONES, RIFAMYCINS, TETRACYCLINES, TRIMETHOPRIM-SULFAMETHOXAZOLE, AND CLINDAMYCIN

This article is the second of a two-part series reviewing antimicrobia l agents that are used by the dermatologist. In part I we reviewed bet a-lactam antibiotics and related compounds, In this section we again e mphasize some newer agents (macrolides, fluoroquinolones) as well as s ome of the more commonly employed older agents (rifamycins, tetracycli nes, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, and clindamycin). Learning objecti ve: At the conclusion of this learning activity, the participant shoul d understand the various classes of antimicrobial agents being employe d in dermatology practice. He or she should become familiar with antim icrobial activity, clinical indications, pharmacokinetics, drug intera ctions, adverse effects, and dosing schedules of these agents.