What role does erythromycin play in treating Legionnaires’ disease and how does its efficacy compare to newer macrolides or other antibiotics in managing severe respiratory infections?
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What role does erythromycin play in treating Legionnaires’ disease and how does its efficacy compare to newer macrolides or other antibiotics in managing severe respiratory infections?
Erythromycin, an older macrolide, effectively treats Legionnaires’ disease but newer macrolides like azithromycin offer better tissue penetration and fewer side effects.