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I am puzzled about antibiotics for mrsa?
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Depends on source: Hospital acquired mrsa infections usually require iv vancomycin for coverage. Community acquired infections often are responsive to Sulfa meds like bactrim, (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) and/or clindamycin. Best to get culture and sensitivity testing done.
Answered 5/27/2016
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