Beta lactamase inhibitors Flashcards
1
Q
chemical structure
A
contains a beta lactam ring
2
Q
used in combination with
A
penicillins that ate susceptible to destruction by beta lactamase
3
Q
most effective against what organisms
A
beta lactamase producing organisms:
staphylococci
h. influenzae
n. meningitidis and gonorrheae
4
Q
indications
A
empiric treatment: augmentin (amox + clavulabic acid)
for tx of mixed aerobic and anaerobic infections
