Antibiotic side effects Flashcards

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Amoxicillin- characteristic side effect

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rash with infectious mononucleosis

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Co-amoxiclav- characteristic side effect

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cholestasis

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Flucloxacillin- characteristic side effect

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cholestasis (usually develops several weeks after use)

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Erythromycin- characteristic side effect(s)

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  • GI upset
  • Prolongs QT interval
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ciprofloxacin- characteristic side effect(s)

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  • lowers seizure threshold
  • Tendonitis
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Metronidazole- characteristic side effect

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Reaction following alcohol ingestion

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Doxycycline- characteristic side effect

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Photosensitivity

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Trimethoprim- characteristic side effect(s)

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  • Rashes, including photosensitivity
  • Pruritis
  • Suppression of haematopoiesis
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