What are the specific drugs for pneumonia in the elderly

There is no specific drug for pneumonia in the elderly, and it is necessary to choose targeted drugs according to different causes.

Pneumonia in the elderly is mostly infectious pneumonia, and the common pathogens include viruses, bacteria, atypical pathogens (mycoplasma, chlamydia), fungi, etc.

1. Viral infection: mostly caused by new coronavirus, influenza virus, and adenovirus. Antiviral drugs need to be selected according to different virus types, and the more commonly used ones are azvudine tablets, ribavirin, oseltamivir, and amantadine.

2. Bacterial infection: commonly caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae infection. It can be treated with penicillin, cefixime, levofloxacin, etc. Complications such as empyema and pericarditis should also be managed aggressively.

3. Atypical pathogens (mycoplasma, chlamydia) infection: macrolide treatment such as erythromycin, azithromycin and other treatments can be given.

4. Fungal infection: Candida albicans and Aspergillus can be seen, and antifungal drugs such as amphotericin B and itraconazole can be given.

If the elderly have pneumonia, they should go to the hospital in time and do relevant examinations such as sputum culture and bronchoscopy to clarify the cause and guide the treatment.