Cefazolin Flashcards
1
Q
Cefazolin trade name
A
Ancef
2
Q
Cefazolin Class
A
Antibiotic
3
Q
Cefazolin MOA
A
Cephalosporin that binds to penicillin binding proteins arresting bacterial wall synthesis and inhibits bacterial replication
4
Q
Cefazolin Indications
A
Open fracture amputation
Soft tissue injury
Open crush injury
5
Q
Cefazolin Contraindications
A
Hypersensitivity
Penicillin allergy
Life threats not addressed
Short pt contact
6
Q
Cefazolin side effects
A
Rash
Hives
Vomiting
Nausea
Diarrhea
7
Q
Cefazolin Onset/ duration
A
Onset- 5 minutes
Duration- 5hours
8
Q
Cefazolin Dosage
A
Adult- 2 grams
Pediatric- 50mg/kg