Antimicrobials – Antibacterials (Carbapenems) Flashcards
1
Q
What are carbapenems indicated for?
A
infections caused by susceptible bacteria in the lower respiratory tract, urinary tract, intra-abdominal cavity, and other tissues
2
Q
What are carbapenems contraindicated in?
A
patients with hypersensitivity
3
Q
What is meropenem contraindicated in?
A
people who have allergies to beta-lactam antibiotics
4
Q
imipenem / cilastatin (1)
A
carbapenem antibiotic – dehydropeptidase inhibitor
- Primaxin* (brand name D/C)
5
Q
Dosage Forms and Strengths
Primaxin (1)
A
pwd for injection
6
Q
meropenem (1)
A
carbapenem antibiotic
- Merrem* (brand name D/C)
7
Q
Dosage Forms and Strengths
Merrem (1)
A
pwd for injection
