Antimicrobials: Pharmacokinetic properties Flashcards

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Hepatic Elimination/important metabolism

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  • *C**lindamycin, chloramphenicol
  • *R**ifampin
  • *I**soniazid
  • *M**etronidazole
  • *E**rythromycins
  • *S**ulfonamides, streptogramins
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Antibiotics with poor oral absorption

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  • aminoglycosides
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Antibiotics w/good/widespread distribution

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  • 3rd gen. cephalosporins: Ceftriaxone, Ceftazidime, Cefdinir
  • 4th gen. cephalosporins: Cefepime
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Metronidazole: Pharmacokinetics

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  • high and rapid absorption (oral, parenteral, topical)
  • excellent distribution
  • renally excreted, but metabolism can be affected by other drugs
  • M in CRIMES
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