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Drugs for Bacterial Infections (PT LPN Ch 6)

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An organism that causes disease in humans   Pathogen  
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Ways Pathogens enter a host   broken skin, ingestion, inhalation, mucus membranes  
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Anaerobic   Without Oxygen  
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Aerobic   With Oxygen  
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Pathogenicity   the ability of an organism to cause infection  
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Virulence   the degree of pathogenicity. the higher the virulence the easier to produce disease even in small numbers  
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Anti-Infectives   General term given to a drug that is effective against pathogens  
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Anti-Infectives are classified by   chemical structure or by mechanism of action  
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How an Anti-Infective works   selectively targeting pathogen metabolism OR life cycle.  
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Antibiotic   a natural substance made by a bacteria that kills other bacteria  
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Bacteriocidal   Drugs kill bacteria  
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Bacteriostatic   slows growth of bacteria allowing for natural defenses to eliminate organism  
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Acquired Resistance   Ability of microorganism to resist activity of antimicrobial agents.  
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Wide spread or unwarranted use of antibiotics can cause   Acquired Resistance by an organism  
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Nosocomial Infection   Hospital Acquired Infection  
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Nosocomial Infections are often   resistant to common antibiotics  
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Two common resistant infections   methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) vancomycin-resistant enterococci (VRE)  
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Ways to prevent infections   - immunizations - proper infection control procedures (wash hands)  
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Ways to prevent Acquired Resistance   - Restrict use of antibiotics to conditions necessary - Advise pt to take for full length of therapy  
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Culture and Sensitivity   Organism grown and then tested for effective antibiotics  
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Broad-spectrum Antibiotics   One that is effective against a wide variety of different microbial species  
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Narrow-spectrum Antibiotics   One that is effective against a smaller group of microbes or only an isolated species.  
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Broad-spectrum are more likely to cause   Secondary or Super Infections  
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Super (Secondary) Infections   Common side effect to anti-infective therapy - when microorganisms normally present are killed or allowed to overgrow  
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Examples of Super Infections   pseudomembranous colitis (C-Diff) Yeast Infections (Thrush, vaginal)  
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Penicillins kill bacteria by   disrupting their cell walls  
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S/Sx of allergy to Penicillins (4)   Skin rash, Urticaria, Pruritis, wheezing  
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Penicillins given to this pt group for prevention of infection   Pre-op patients  
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The 4 groups of Penicillins   - Natural - Penicillinase-resistant - Aminopenicillins - Extended-spectrum penicillins  
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Natural Penicillin is what spectrum antibiotic   Narrow Spectrum  
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Is Natural Penicillin commonly used?   No  
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Examples of Natural Penicillins (2)   PCN G and PCN V  
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Abbreviation for Penicillin   PCN  
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Penicillinase Resistant PCN (what is it effective against and what spectrum)   effective against penicillinase producing bacteria and is a narrow spectrum antibiotic  
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Penicillinase   enzyme made by certain bacteria that inactivates PCN  
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Penicillinase Resistant PCN examples   dicloxacillin (Dynapen) Oxacillin  
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Aminopenicillins (what spectrum antibiotic)   Broad Spectrum  
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What is frequently possible with Aminopenicillins   Super/Secondary Infections  
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Examples of Aminopenicillins (2) *hint: AM....   Amoxicillin Ampicillin  
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Extended Spectrum PCN's   Effective against more microbial species than broad spectrum  
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Examples of Extended Spectrum PCN's (2)   piperacillin carbenicillin (Geocillin)  
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What are PCN - beta-lactamase Inhibitor Combinations   PCN combined with drugs that inhibit bacterial enzyme beta-lactamase  
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What is beta-lactamase   Enzyme that can destroy part of PCN called beta lactam ring  
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Examples of PCN-beta-lactamase Inhibitor Combinations   amoxicillin/clavulanate potassium (Augmentin) piperacillin/tazobactam (Zosyn)  
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If using anticoagulants, what can PCN increase   Large doses of PCN may increase bleeding risk  
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PCN and Birth Control   Alternatives to the BC pill may be necessary  
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You should take PCN's with what   A full glass of water  
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How to take PCN's with Meals   give 1 hour before meals or 2 hours after meals (exceptions of PCN V and Amoxicillin)  
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How to reduce the risk of Super Infections (2)   - Eat yogurt or take acidophilus caps daily - Take the whole course of the antibiotic even if feeling better  
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A pt taking an oral PCN reports he has a sore mouth. On inspection, the nurse notes black, furry tongue and bright red mucous membranes. These S/Sx may be caused by: A. Vitamin C deficiency B. Superinfection C. Dehydration D. Poor oral hygiene   B. Superinfection (PCN work against bacteria and can sometimes kill good bacteria or increase it's growth when used as broad spectrum)  
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Cephalosporins   Similar to PCN. Bacteriocidal. Inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis  
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Primary Uses for Cephalosporins   Gram-Negative Infections UTI, Bone/Joint, Resp, Otitis media  
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Special Use for Cephalosporins   Sexual Assaults  
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What can Cephalosporins have a cross allergy with   PCN  
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Cephalosporins are classified by   Generations  
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First Generation Cephalosporins   PCNase producing bacteria will be resistant to these  
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Examples of First Generation Cephalosporins   Ancef, Kefzol (only given IV/IM cephalexin (Keflex) PO *Michelle is allergic to this  
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Second Generation Cephalosporins   More potent and more resistant to PCNase Broader spectrum than 1st Gen  
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Examples of 2nd Gen Cephalosporins   Ceclor Ceftin, Zinacef  
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Third Generation Cephalosporins   Even broader spectrum and are PCNase resistant Longer duration of action  
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Examples of 3rd Gen Cephalosporins   Omnicef PO Rocephin IM/IV  
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Fourth Generation Cephalosporins   Effective against organisms that have developed resistance to earlier cephalosporins  
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Example of 4th Gen Cephalosporins   Maxipime IV/IM  
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AE of Cephalosporins   N/V/D  
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Special allergic reaction of Cephalosporins   Stevens-Johnson Syndrome  
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Cephalosporins are contraindicated in pt's with an allergy to   PCN  
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Use caution with Cephalosporins in pt's that take   Loop diuretics and anticoagulants  
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Should ETOH be consumed within 72 hours of taking a Cephalosporin?   No.  
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abbreviation for alcohol   ETOH  
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Tetracyclines   Broad Spectrum Bacteriostatic  
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Common uses of Tetracyclines   GI amebiasis Skin and soft tissue infections urethral infections endocervical infection rectal infection  
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Examples of Tetracyclines (2)   Tetracycline Doxycycline (Vibramycin)  
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AE's of Tetracyclines (3)   N/V/D Epigastric distress Photosensitivity!!  
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What to take Tetracyclines with   Full glass of water Empty Stomach  
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What NOT to take with Tetracyclines   Dairy, antacids, laxatives, iron  
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Contraindications of Tetracyclines   Pregnancy and Lactation and children under 9 years old  
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Avoid this with use of Tetracyclines   Direct exposure to sunlight  
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Children under 9yrs may develop this when taking Tetracyclines   permanent yellow-brown teeth  
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Dairy/Calcium can inhibit tetracycline absorption. What is the best way to take the medication to enhance absorption? A. 1 hour before meals B. With Meals C. 1 hour after meals D. 2 hours before meals   A. 1 hour before meals  
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Macrolide Antibiotics   Used against wide range of infections Inhibit bacterial protein synthesis  
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Common uses of Macrolide Antibiotics   UTI, Respiratory, Acne and Skin Infections  
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Macrolide Antibiotics are often a safe alternative to   PCN  
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Examples of Macrolide Antibiotics (2)   azithromycin (Zithromax) erythromycin (E-mycin)  
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AE's of Macrolide Antibiotics (3)   N/V/D Abdomen Pain Super Infections  
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Use of Macrolide Antibiotics may increase these 2 things   - Serum levels of Digoxin - Effects of anticoagulants  
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If GI upset occurs, Macrolide's can be given with   Food  
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Aminoglycosides   Broad Spectrum Bacteriocidal - inhibit protein synthesis  
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Aminoglycosides have serious potential for   toxicity Levels must be monitored  
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Aminoglycosides used for   Gram Negatve, mycobactera and some protozoan infections.  
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Aminoglycosides sometimes used as a prep for what and why   Bowel prep because it cleans you right out!  
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Examples of Aminoglycosides (3)   gentamicin (Garamicin) neomycin streptomycin  
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3 toxic areas of Aminoglycosides to watch for   Nephrotoxicity Ototoxicity Neurotoxicity  
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S/Sx of Ototoxicity   tinnitus, dizziness, vertigo, mild to severe hearing loss Hearing loss could be permanent  
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S/Sx of Nephrotoxicity   proteinuria, hematuria, elevated BUN, decreased urine, increased serum creatinine  
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S/Sx of Neurotoxicity   numbness, tingling, circumoral paresthesia, peripheral paresthesia, tremors, convulsions, weakness  
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Aminoglycosides are a long-term drug?   No. Nein. Negative.  
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Aminoglycoside Contraindications (there's a few here....)   previous hearing loss, myasthenia gravis, parkinsonism, pregnancy and lactation.  
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Loop diuretics may effect Aminoglycosides   Increase risk of toxicity  
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Aminoglycosides may be taken with   Meals  
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Trough   Minimum drug concentration PRIOR to a dose.  
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When is a trough drawn   Prior to next dose  
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Peak   Maximum drug concentration following a dose  
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when is a peak drawn   Drawn 30 minutes after IV dose  
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Fluoroquinolones   Inhibit bacterial DNA synthesis Prevent cell reproduction  
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Common uses for Fluoroquinolones   UTI, bone/joint, repsiratory, skin, and STI's  
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Examples of Fluoroquinolones (3)   ciprofloxacin (Cipro) levofloxacin (Levaquin) moxifloxacin (Avelox)  
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AE's of Fluoroquinolones (4)   Headache ABD pain Photosensitivity Superinfections  
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Fluoroquinolones are contraindicated in   Children under 18 Pregnancy  
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Fluoroquinolones may increase effects of   Oral coagulants  
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You may take Fluoro's with this but not these   taken with food but not antacids  
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Increase this while on Fluoro's   Increase fluid intake  
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Sulfonamides   Broad Spectrum Bacteriostatic - inhibits folic acid in cell metabolism  
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Another name for Sulfonamides   Sulfa Drugs  
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2 special uses for Sulfa Drugs   Second and Third Degree Burns Choice drug to treat UTI  
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Examples of Sulfa Drugs (1)   trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim, Septra)  
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AE's of Sulfa Drugs (3)   Anorexia Crystalluria Hematological Changes  
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Fluid Intake mL/day when on Sulfa Drugs   2000mL/day  
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Avoid this when on Sulfa Drugs   prolonged sun exposure  
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Monitor pt's for this when on Sulfa Drugs   fever  
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Monitor pt's with DM for this when on Sulfa Drugs   Hypoglycemic Reaction  
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Sulfa Drug Contraindications (4)   Allergy Lactation End of pregnancy Children under 2 years  
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Lincosamides   Inhibit protein synthesis High potential for toxicity  
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Lincosamides are used when   PCN or erythromycin is not effective against a serious infection  
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Example of Lincosamides (1)   clindamycin (Cleocin)  
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AE's of Lincosamides (3)   ABD Pain esophagitis Pseudomembranous Colitis 0_0!!!  
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clyndamycin may be taken with   food  
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lincomycin may not be taken with   food  
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Take Lincosamides with   A Full glass of agua  
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Lincosamides are used cautiously with   GI, renal, or liver impairment  
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Carbapenems   Inhibit synthesis of bacterial cell wall Used to treat serious bacterial infections  
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Serious Bacterial Infections when Carbapenems are used (4)   Endocarditis Septicemia Community Acquired Pneumonia Bacterial Meningitis  
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Examples of Carbapenems (2)   ertapenem (Invanz) imipenem-cilastatin (Primaxin)  
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Carbapenems are Contraindicated in (4)   Pt's with allergies to cephalosporins and PCN Pt's with Renal Failure Pregnancy Children under 3 months  
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Vancomycin   Most effective treatment for MRSA  
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AE's of Vancomycin (3)   Chills/Fever Pseudomembranous Colitis Redman Syndrome  
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Redman Syndrome   Vanco given IV Sudden profound decrease in BP, fever, chills, paresthesias, and erythema of neck and back  
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Monitor these religiously with Vancomycin   BP and infusion rate  
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metronidazole (Flagyl)   is a miscellaneous Anti-Infective  
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AE's of Flagyl   Metallic taste Seizures Extremity numbness  
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Flagyl may increase the effects of   Warfarin/Coumadin  
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If GI effects to severe, Flagyl can be given with   Meals  
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Do not consume this when taking Flagyl   ETOH  
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