Amoxicillin Flashcards
1
Q
mechanism of penicillin (simple)
A
Inhibition of cell wall synthesis
2
Q
5 uses of Amoxicillin
A
COPD / Bronchiectasis
CAP
Oral infections / GERD in H.pylori
UTI
Otitis Media
3
Q
Type of bacteria that it can effect (amoxicillin)
A
Gram Positive Cocci
Gram Negative Bacilli
4
Q
Name 3 examples of bacteria amoxicillin can effect
A
Streptococcus Pneumoniae
Listeria
E.coli
5
Q
What can interact with amoxicillin?
A
Warfarin
==> Inc. risk of bleeding
6
Q
Common side effects of amoxicillin (2)
A
Skin rash
GI issues
