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Pathogens
Neisseria meningitidis

Neisseria meningitidis

Susceptibilities

General susceptibility
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General Information

  • Penicillin G
  • Ampicillin
  • Cefepime
  • Meropenem
  • Ciprofloxacin

Encapsulated, gram-negative diplococci

  • Humans are the only reservoir
  • Quadrivalent vaccine prevents disease by serogroups A/C/W-135/Y
  • Transmission by droplets and close contact

Prophylaxis may be required for household, child care, healthcare, and other close contacts