ID-Carbapenems and Aztreonam Flashcards
1
Q
when is the best time to use Carbapenems?
A
When there is MDR gram - infections
2
Q
What do carbapenems cover?
A
Gram +
Gram -
PSEUDOMONAS
3
Q
What is the exception in coverage for the carbapenems
A
Ertapenems does not cover PEA
-PSEUDOMONAS
-Enterococcus
-Acinetobacter
4
Q
what is the role or cilastatin used in combination with Imipenem?
A
to prevent drug degradation of imipenem
5
Q
When is the monobactam Aztreonam used?
A
GRAM - Pseudomonas
6
Q
Which Beta lactam can be used in patients with beta-lactam allergy? weid question I know
A
Aztreonam
