Aztreonam Flashcards
1
Q
What is Aztreonam classified under?
A
monobactam
2
Q
Why is the cross sensitivity with PNC low in Aztreonam?
A
not a very similar structure (no house/garage)
3
Q
What organisms does Aztreonam cover?
A
Gram neg only
4
Q
When is Aztreonam used? (2)
A
Serious Gram neg infections
Penicillin allergic patients (IgE mediated reactions)
