Antifungsld Flashcards
1
Q
amphotericin B deoxycholate for injection should not exceed which dose and why?
A
1.5mg/kg/d bc cardiopulmonary arrest
2
Q
Liposomal Amphotericin B brand name
A
AmBisome 3-6mg/kg/d
3
Q
Amphotericin B in general is compatible with which diluent
A
D5W only.
4
Q
which formulation must be filtered during preparation?
A
Lipid formulation
5
Q
Which amphotericin formulation requires premedication and what are they and why
A
comventional (Amph B Deoxycholate)
requires 30-60 prior infusion:
- acetaminophen or nsaid
- diphenhydramine and or hydrocortisone
NS boluses to decrease risk of nephro
+- mepiridine to decrease duration of severe rigors
6
Q
which formulation is yellow orange in color
A
both
