Azithromycin / Zitrhomax Flashcards
1
Q
What doses do we have?
A
500mg
2
Q
What is it used for?
A
Chlamydia and Gonorrhea
3
Q
How does it work?
A
Stops protein synthesis
4
Q
What are contraindications?
A
hypersensitive to other mycins
5
Q
What are side effects?
A
dizziness, h/a drowsiness, diarrhea, n/v
6
Q
What is the route and dosage?
A
In the clinic, 1g, PO
7
Q
What is the onset, peak, and duration?
A
Rapid, 2.5-3.5hr, 24hr
8
Q
What to assess for in pt?
A
Anaphylaxis
9
Q
What to teach and evaluate in pt?
A
Inform about drowsiness and dizziness, inform partners, check for symptoms
