antibiotics Flashcards
1
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Monitoring for Vancomycin
A
Auditory function Renal Function Full blood count Serum potassium Urinalysis
2
Q
Vancomycin warning signs
A
hearing loss, vertigo dizziness, tinnitus nephrotoxicity red man syndrome blood disorders skin disorders Phlebitis
3
Q
Vancomycin actions needed
A
advice patient to see doctor immediately if any warning signs occur
4
Q
Vancomycin interactions
A
- Ciclosporin, aminoglycosides, polymixin antifungals • Loop diuretics
- Suxamethonium
5
Q
Quinolones monitoring
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Special caution and monitoring of side effects if used in:
• The elderly
• Patient with kidney disease
• Those who have had an organ transplant
• Those who are taking corticosteroids
6
Q
Quinolones: Warning Signs
A
Tendonitis • Tendonrupture • Arthralgia • Paininextremities • Gaitdisturbance • Neuropathies associated with paraesthesia • Depression • Fatigue • Memory impairment • Sleep disorders • Impaired hearing, vision, taste and smell
7
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Quinolones: Interactions
A
- Macrolides
- Antacids
- Calcium carbonate • Ferrous sulphate
- Sucralfate
- NSAIDs
- Warfarin
- Corticosteroids
