Epidemiologic and clinical lessons for the uninitiated.
In this case study, clinicians review a challenging case.
Rifaquizinone is a dual-pharmacophore antibiotic combining rifamycin and a fluoroquinolone-like compound, showing strong bactericidal activity against resistant Staphylococcus aureus strains and biofilms, with promising results for treating prosthetic joint infections (PJI) but limited oral bioavailability.
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The pharmaceutical industry faces challenges when investing in new antibiotics, which emphasizes the need for regulatory reforms, incentives, and collaborative efforts between government, healthcare organizations, and private companies. The prospective bill, the Pasteur Act, is one potential strategy to help in these areas, and incentivize pharmaceutical companies to develop these essential therapies.
Extending antimicrobial stewardship programs to transition of care and discharge may prove beneficial to reduce unnecessary antibiotic use.
In the second installment of an interview with Jacinda Abdul-Mutakabbir, PharmD, MPH, she continues the discussion around limited to no health care engagement due to these factors, and the importance of translating data from the bench to bedside when looking at disease and infection prevention.
TNX-4800 targets OspA to block Borrelia transmission; positive phase 1 data reported and an adaptive phase 2/3 study is planned.
A review of the data and circumstances that led to authorization in children ages 5 to 11 years.
Conflicting priorities of infection control, antimicrobial stewardship, and critical care make the management of sepsis secondary to SARS-CoV-2 infection challenging.
Conflicting priorities of infection control, antimicrobial stewardship, and critical care make the management of sepsis secondary to SARS-CoV-2 infection challenging.
This bipartisan initiative highlights the need for a comprehensive approach to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR), incorporating both antibiotic drug development and increased funding for stewardship programs.
Traditional therapy coverage does not include recent data that offers some updates in evaluating the current effectiveness of empiric antibiotic treatment.
How pharmacists can use shared decision-making to improve antibiotic use.
The latest Bench to Bedside column reviews new guidance on the treatment of drug-susceptible and drug-resistance Mycobacterium tuberculosis infections.
Experts provide practice pearls for educating patients on and using FMTs for the management of CDI.
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Four lessons learned from the AIDS crisis that can be applied to the fight against our current pandemic.
John Rex, MD, FACP, discusses the promise, precision, and challenges of this first-in-class antifungal following phase 2b trial results.
Scynexis developed its investigational fungal compound, SCY-247, which is in phase 1 clinical trials, and the company expects to share top-line data this year.
In the latest article from SIDP, here is a look at therapy options addressing this emerging clinical challenge.
The challenging search for a metric that effectively evaluates an ASP’s direct impact on appropriate antimicrobial use and improved patient outcomes.
Catherine Chappell, MD, MSc, presents what we know so far, highlighting the safety and effectiveness of direct-acting antivirals, the importance of shared decision-making, and the need for patient-provider discussions to ensure informed choices about care.
Corey Fishman and Steven Aronin, MD, discussed trial highlights of Orlynvah for uncomplicated urinary tract infections and outlining plans to seek partners for a market launch to address antibiotic resistance and enhance patient treatment options.
A small phase 2 study evaluated Debiopharm’s investigational antibiotic, afabicin, including its clinical response rate and safety profile of 2-3 weeks of treatment for staphylococcal bone and joint infections (BJI).
Vibrant Wellness’ Jason Barker, ND, outlines prevention measures, diagnostic red flags, and advances in multiplex testing for tick-borne diseases.
Stenotrophomonas maltophilia is an opportunistic, multidrug-resistant pathogen that poses significant treatment challenges due to its complex resistance mechanisms, limited therapeutic options, and high mortality rates among vulnerable patients.
Jason Haukoos, MD, on how the DETECT Hep C trial leverages 24/7 emergency care to reach vulnerable patients.