Aminoglycosides Flashcards
1
Q
What is the roa for all aminoglycosides?
A
All IV cuz poor oral F
2
Q
What are the 4 aminoglycosides?
A
gentamycin, tobramycin, amikacin, neomycin (topical only)
3
Q
What is the main area of activity for Gentamicin/Tobramycin?
A
For more serious gram negative infections without better options.
4
Q
Describe the following spectrum of activity for:
- gram pos?
- gram neg?
- anaerobes?
A
(G+) v. poor G+ coverage by self - can be used SYNERGISTICALLY w/ B lactams to enhance activity against gram positives tho.
(G -) *** BIG GUNS FOR GRAM - INFECTIONS (LIKE VANCO BUT FOR GRAM -). (incl. enterobacterales and pseudomonas).
No anaerobic coverage
