aminoglycosides Flashcards
1
Q
example
A
gentamicin
2
Q
gentamicin has to be given
A
IV because it is not absorbed orally
3
Q
gentamicin as opposed to other bacteria that inhibit protein synthesis is
A
bactericidal
4
Q
gentamicin is excreted via
A
the kidneys
5
Q
gentamicin is active against
A
mainly gram negative aerobic organisms such as coliforms and pseudomonas aerguinosa
6
Q
gentamicin has an
A
extremely narrow therapeutic window so it is very easy to overdose someone
7
Q
gentamicin can be
A
nephrotoxic and ototoxic
