The Derm Vet Podcast

311. DERM DRUGS: Gram-negative rod antibiotics

Ashley Bourgeois, DVM, Dip ACVD Season 6 Episode 311

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In veterinary dermatology, gram-negative rods like Pseudomonas, E. coli, Proteus, etc. can develop in chronic or deep skin infections. When systemic therapy is needed, culture and sensitivity are essential. But what are some of the more common antibiotics that are effective against these nasty bugs?

Common options include fluoroquinolones, potentiated penicillins, later-generation cephalosporins, etc. These organisms are frequently multidrug-resistant so appropriate diagnostics and re-evaluation is crucial.

Learn more as we continue our current series on DERM DRUGS on this week's podcast!

00:00 – Intro
01:36 – General Things to Keep in Mind
03:49 – The Importance of Topical Therapy
05:31 – Systemic Therapy Options
06:38 – Antibiotic Choices
10:35 – Last Resort Antibiotics
12:44 – Overview
13:39 – Outro