Amoxicillin Flashcards

1
Q

what class of Abx is penicillin

A

beta lactams

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2
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how does amoxacillin lead to cell lysis

A

inhibit transpeptidase enzymes –> – cross linking of NAMA peptides –> – peptidoglycan c wall formation –> weakened cell wall

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3
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activity of amoxacillin

A

broad spectrum - bacteriocidal

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4
Q

indications for amoxacillin

A
  • UTI
  • RTI
  • otitis media
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5
Q

contraindication amoxacillin

A

penicillin allergy

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6
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common SEs amoxacillin

A
  • encephalopathy

- maculopapular rash

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7
Q

important interaction amoxacillin

A

warfarin (+INR)

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8
Q

amoxacillin mostly excreted via

A

urine

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9
Q

px info amoxacillin

A

continue FULL course

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