Antibiotics_Marcrolides_March 19 Flashcards
1
Q
What are the main types of macrolides?
A
-Arythromycin, azithromycin, clarithromycin, roxithromycin
2
Q
What is the spectrum of Macrolides?
A
-Mostly G+ some G-
Strep, staph, H.Pylori, Syphillis, Tetanus
3
Q
What is the mode of action of macrolides?
A
-Inhibit protein syntehsis
4
Q
What is the main use of macrolides?
A
-Penicillin allergy
5
Q
What is the main disadvantage of macrolides?
A
-Resistance develops over time
Higher risk of adverse effects
- GI upset, dose dependant
- Cholestatic hepatotoxicity
- Cyp3A4 inhibitor
*Fewer noted in azithromycin, clarithromycin,