Antiprotozoal Flashcards
1
Q
Mechanism of action
A
Anti malarias: Inhibit protein synthesis
2
Q
Therapeutic uses
A
Antiprotozal: amebiasis
Antimalarials: malaria
Antihelminthics: worms
3
Q
Side effects
A
Antiprotozaol: anorexia, nausea, diarrhea, dizziness, headache, dry mouth, metallic taste
Antimalaria: nause diarrhea, CNS and cardiovascular toxicity at high doses
Antiheminthics: Abdominal pain and distention, diarrhea as worms die
4
Q
Prototype drug
A
Antiprotozoal: metronidazole
Malaria: chloroquine
Antihelminthics: mebendazole
