Induction of resistance of Streptococcus pneumoniae to quinolones in vitro
Abstract
Twelve strains of Streptococcus pneumoniae were serially exposed to increasing concentrations of levofloxacin, temafloxacin, ciprofloxacin and norfloxacin for five passages. Wild-type and passaged strains were tested for susceptibility to quinolones, macrolide and penicillin G. The MIC90 data showed a 2-fold increase for levofloxacin but a 32-fold increase for ciprofloxacin, a 16-fold increase for temafloxacin and an 8-fold increase for norfloxacin. Among 16 ciprofloxacin-induced resistant strains, 14 were susceptible to levofloxacin. No cross-resistance to other antibiotics was observed.
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