Aminopenicillins Flashcards

1
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List of Aminopenicillins`?

A

Amoxicillin

Ampicillin

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2
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Spectrum of Aminopenicillins

A

Good: Streptococci , enteroccci

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3
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What is more bioavailabl amoxicillin or ampicillin?

A

Amoxicillin

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4
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What Aminopenicillin is oral?

A

Amoxicillin

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5
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What Aminopenillin is IV?

A

Ampicillin

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6
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What is the drug of choice for susceptible enterococci?

A

Ampicillin

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7
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Which drugs are often listed as alternative regimen for UTI in pregnancy women?

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Aminopenillins : Ampicillin and amoxicillin

  • susceptibility testing should be preformed cause of E.coli resistance.
  • Renally cleared and pregnancy category B.
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When is amoxicillin frequently used?

A

upper respiratory tract infections, streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat), and otitis media (ear infection)_

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9
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Can aminopennicillns be used against endocarditis?

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ampicillins (or other beta lactams) must be combined with aminoglycocisesd –> to achieve bactericidal activity agains enterococci

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