Cephalosporin Flashcards
1
Q
Mechanism of action
A
Cell wall synthesis inhibitor
2
Q
Therapeutic uses
A
LRI, CNS, blood bones & joint, urinary, skin
3
Q
Side effects
A
Same as penicillin
Allergic: anaphylaxis, rash
Nausea vomiting, diarrhea
4
Q
Contradictions
A
Penicillin allergy
Caution: severe renal disease
5
Q
Drug interactions
A
Few interactions
6
Q
Prefix
A
Cef or ceph
7
Q
Prototype drug
A
Cefazolin
8
Q
Considerations
A
Take with food for minimal GI upset
