What are the recommended treatments for human infections caused by Bartonella species?
The recommendations for treatment of human infections caused by Bartonella species include the use of rifampin, gentamicin, or ciprofloxacin, followed by doxycycline or erythromycin for a longer duration of treatment. In cases of severe infection, treatment with these antibiotics may need to be combined with other drugs. (Reference: Rolain JM, Brouqui P, Koehler JE, Maguina C, Dolan MJ, Raoult D. Recommendations for treatment of human infections caused by Bartonella species. Antimicrob Agents Chemother. 2004;48:1921 1933. doi: 10.1128/AAC.48.6.1921-1933.2004) 