What is the best antibiotic for mycoplasma pneumonia

Mycoplasma pneumonia can be treated with macrolides, such as erythromycin, azithromycin, and other drugs; When macrolides are ineffective, respiratory fluoroquinolones, such as levofloxacin, may be used. However, the specific drug "best" needs to be selected according to the patient's individual condition, and the effective one is appropriate.

1. Erythromycin: used for hemolytic streptococcus, pneumoniae streptococcus, mycoplasma, chlamydia infection, etc., adverse reactions include diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, middle and upper abdominal pain, loss of appetite, allergic reactions, etc.Pregnant and lactating women should use with caution, and those who are allergic to macrolides should not be used.

2. Azithromycin: used for pharyngitis and tonsillitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes, for the treatment of sinusitis, otitis media, acute bronchitis, and chronic bronchitis caused by sensitive bacteria, and for the treatment of pneumonia caused by Mycoplasma pneumoniae or Chlamydia pneumoniae. Adverse reactions include gastrointestinal symptoms, allergic reactions, and are contraindicated in patients who are allergic to roxithromycin or other macrolides.

3. Levofloxacin: It is used for genitourinary system infection, acute attack of bronchial infection caused by gram-negative bacilli in the respiratory tract, lung infection, and severe mycoplasma infection, adverse reactions include gastrointestinal reactions, dizziness, headache, drowsiness or insomnia and allergic reactions, and patients who are allergic to this drug and fluoroquinolones are prohibited.

Depending on the condition, tetracycline antibiotics such as minocycline and doxycycline can also be used.

Remind patients that when mycoplasma pneumonia is found, they should seek medical attention in time and actively cooperate with the doctor for treatment. The above drugs should be standardized and rationally used under the guidance of professional physicians and pharmacists.