Aminopenicillins Flashcards
List of Aminopenicillins`?
Amoxicillin
Ampicillin
Spectrum of Aminopenicillins
Good: Streptococci , enteroccci
What is more bioavailabl amoxicillin or ampicillin?
Amoxicillin
What Aminopenicillin is oral?
Amoxicillin
What Aminopenillin is IV?
Ampicillin
What is the drug of choice for susceptible enterococci?
Ampicillin
Which drugs are often listed as alternative regimen for UTI in pregnancy women?
Aminopenillins : Ampicillin and amoxicillin
- susceptibility testing should be preformed cause of E.coli resistance.
- Renally cleared and pregnancy category B.
When is amoxicillin frequently used?
upper respiratory tract infections, streptococcal pharyngitis (strep throat), and otitis media (ear infection)_
Can aminopennicillns be used against endocarditis?
ampicillins (or other beta lactams) must be combined with aminoglycocisesd –> to achieve bactericidal activity agains enterococci