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What drugs are used to treat atypical pneumonia? A comprehensive guide

5 min read
Atypical pneumonia is caused by bacteria like *Mycoplasma pneumoniae* that lack a cell wall, rendering common beta-lactam antibiotics ineffective for treatment. As a result, specific classes of antibiotics that target protein or DNA synthesis must be used for effective treatment of the condition commonly known as 'walking pneumonia'.