Antibiotics: tetracyclines Flashcards
1
Q
What are examples of tetracyclines?
A
Doxycycline (PO/IV), tetracycline (PO), minocycline (PO)
2
Q
what do tetracyclines cover?
A
Atypical pathogens e.g. Chlamydia spp., Mycoplasma pneumoniae , Rickettsial spp, Vibrio spp, Brucella , Leptospira ,
3
Q
what are the indications for use of tetracyclines?
A
Atypical pneumonia;
Rickettsial infections
STI - genital Chlamydial infections
Malaria prophylaxis
4
Q
what are the adverse effects of tetracyclines?
A
Avoid in pregnant, breastfeeding, children cause teeth discoloration, enamel hypoplasia
GI: abdominal pain, oesophageal ulcerations
Photosensitivity
