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PC_Antibiotics
Pharmacology
Question | Answer |
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Mechanism of action (MOA) | Interefere with PABA and folic acid formation and thus destroy bacteria |
Common indications | Urinary tract infections, otitis media, ulcerative colitis, lower respiratory infections |
Adverse reactions | Photosensitivity resulting in rashes or sunburns, nausea and vomiting, jaundice, blood complications, kidney damage |
Special considerations | Avoiding direct sunlight or use sunscreens when expose. Drink plenty of water to prevent crystallization in the urine. Trimethoprim/sulfamethoxazole infusions need to be stored at room temperature. |