Infectious Disease Part 1: Background and Antibiotics by Drug Class Flashcards
Describe Gram-Positive Stain
- Appears dark purple
- Thick cell wall
- Crystal violet stain
Describe Gram-Negative Stain
- Appears pink
- Thin cell wall
- Safranin counterstain
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Positive cocci clusters, what could be the possible species?
- Staphylococcus spp.
including MRSA, and MSSA
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Positive cocci pairs & chains, what could be the possible species?
- Strep. Pneumoniae (diplococci)
- Streptococcus spp. (including strep pyogenes)
- Enterococcus spp. (including VRE)
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Positive Rods, what could be the possible species?
- Listeria Monocytogenes
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Positive Anaerobes, what could be the possible species?
- Peptostreptococcus
- Actinomyces spp.
- Clostridium spp.
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Negative cocci, what could be the possible species?
- Neisseria spp.
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Negative Rods that colonize gut “enteric”, what could be the possible species?
- Proteus Mirabilis
- E. Coli
- Klebsiella spp.
- Serratia spp.
- Enterobacter cloacae
- Citrobacter spp.
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Negative Rods that DO NOT colonize gut, what could be the possible species?
- Pseudomonas Aerigunosa
- Haemophilus Infuenzae
- Providencia spp.
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Negative Rods that are curved or spiral shaped, what could be the possible species?
- H. pylori, Campylobacter spp., Treponema spp.,
2. Borrelia spp., Leptospira spp.
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Negative Coccobacilli, what could be the possible species?
- Acinetobacter Baumannii
- Bordetella Pertussis
- Moraxella Catarrhalis
If a patient has a gram stain that’s described as being Gram-Negative Anaerobes, what could be the possible species?
- Bacteroides fragilis
2. Prevotella spp.
What are some common resistant pathogens?
Hint: Kill Each and Every Strong Pathogen
- Klebsiella pneumoniae (ESBL,CRE)
- E.Coli ( ESBL,CRE)
- Acinetobacter baumannii
- Enterococcus Faecalis/Faecium (VRE)
- Staphylococcus areus (MRSA)
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
What happens with C. diff infections?
- Healthy GI flora is attacked by the antibiotic
- Overgrowth of resistant pathogens
What are the symptoms for C.diff infection?
- abdominal cramping
- Colitis
- diarrhea
* symptoms can be fatal*
All antibiotics can cause C.diff infections. Which antibiotic has a BBW for it?
Clindamycin (Cleocin)
Which ABX are DNA/RNA inhibitors?
Hint: Quin Met Tiny Rapid
- Quinolones (DNA gyrase, topoisomerase IV)
- Metronidazole (Flagyl)
Tinidazole (Tindamax) - Rifampin
Which ABX are Cell Membrane inhibitors?
Hint: P - DOT
- Polymyxin (colistimethate)
- Daptomycin (Cubicin)
- Telavancin (Vibativ)
- Oritavancin (Orbactiv)
Which ABX are Protein Synthesis inhibitors?
Hint: CQ- MALT
- Clindamycin (Cleocin)
- Quinupristin/Dalfopristin
- Macrolides
- Aminoglycosides
- Linezolid, Tedizolid (Sivextro)
- Tetracyclines
Which ABX are Cell Wall inhibitors?
Hint: BMV
- Beta lactams (penicillins, cephalosporins, carbapenems)
- Monobactams (aztreonam)
- Vancomycin, dalbavancin (Dalvance), telavancin, oritavancin
Which ABX are Folic Acid Synthesis Inhibitors?
Hint: STD
- Sulfonamides
- Trimethoprim*
- Dapsone (Aczone)
* Often combined with SMX to overcome resistance
Hydrophilic Agents Characteristics
- Small VD
- Renal elimination
- Low intracellular concentrations
- Increased clearance in sepsis
- Poor-moderate bioavailability
What are the hydrophilic agents?
Hint: BAG-PD
- Beta lactams
- Aminoglycosides
- Glycopeptides
- Daptomycin
- Polymixins
sLipophilic Agents Characteristic
- Large Vd
- Hepatic metabolism
- Achieve intracellular concentrations
- Clearance changed minimally in sepsis
- Excellent bioavailability
What are the Lipophilic Agents?
Hint: Quin Made Really Light Chicken Tacos
- Quinolones
- Macrolides
- Rifampin
- Linezolid
- Chloramphenicol
- Tetracycline
BETA-LACTAM ABX: PENICILLINS
Natural Penicillins
- What are they?
- What do they cover?
- Penicillin G
2. Covers Gram-Positive cocci, Gram-Positive anaerobes
BETA-LACTAM ABX: PENICILLINS
Aminopenicillins
- What are they?
- What do they cover?
- Amoxicillin, Ampicillin
2. Adds Gram-negative coverage (HNPEK)
BETA-LACTAM ABX: PENICILLINS
Aminopenicillins + Beta-Lactamase Inhibitor
- What are they?
- What do they cover?
- Amoxicillin/Clavulanate, ampicillin/sulbactam
2. Adds MSSA, more resistant strains of HNPEK, Gram-negative anaerobes (B. fragilis)
BETA-LACTAM ABX: PENICILLINS
Extended Spectrum + Beta Lactamase Inhibitor
- What are they?
- What do they cover?
- Piperacillin/tazobactam
2. Adds CAPES, Pseudomonas
BETA-LACTAM ABX: PENICILLINS
Antistaphylococcal
- What are they?
- What do they cover?
- Nafcillin, Oxacillin
2. Covers MSSA and Streptococci ONLY
BETA-LACTAM ABX: PENICILLINS
Class Trend?
- They all cover enterococcus (accept antistaphylococcal PCNs)
- Do not cover atypicals or MRSA
SELECT PENICILLINS (DRUG TABLE)
Natural Penicillins
- PO:
- IV:
3: IM:
- PO: Penicillin V Potassium
- IV: Penicillin G Aqueous
3: IM: Penicillin G Benzathine (Bicillin L-A)
SELECT PENICILLINS (DRUG TABLE)
Aminopenicillins
- PO:
- IV:
- PO: Amoxicillin (Moxatag)
2. IV: Ampicillin
SELECT PENICILLINS (DRUG TABLE)
Aminopenicillins + Beta-Lactamase Inhibitor
- PO:
- IV:
- PO: Amoxicillin/Clavulanate (Augmentin)
2. IV: Ampicillin/Sulbactam (Unasyn)
SELECT PENICILLINS (DRUG TABLE)
Extended Spectrum + Beta Lactamase Inhibitor
- IV:
- IV: Piperacillin/Tazobactam (Zosyn)
SELECT PENICILLINS (DRUG TABLE)
Antistaphylococcal
- PO:
- IV:
- PO: Dicloxacillin
2. IV: Nafcillin, Oxacillin
PENICILLINS
Class effects?
- Beta-Lactam allergy
- Risk of seizures
🚨 If patient has either of these avoid PCNs 🚨
PENICILLINS
Penicillin VK
Outpatient Oral indications?
- Strep throat
2. Mild skin infections
PENICILLINS
Amoxicillin (Moxatag)
Outpatient Oral indications?
- Acute Otitis Media (90 mg/kg/day)
- Infective endocarditis prophylaxis
- H. pylori
PENICILLINS
Amoxicillin/Clavulanate (Augmentin)
Outpatient Oral indications?
- Acute Otitis Media (90 mg/kg/day)
2. Lowest dose of clavulanate
PENICILLINS
Penicillin G Benzathine (Bicillin L-A)
Inpatient Oral indications?
- Syphilis
- Never use IV
** IM only**
PENICILLINS
Piperacillin/Tazobactam (Zosyn)
Inpatient Oral indications?
- Only penicillin active against Pseudomonas
2. Extended-infusion common
PENICILLINS
Nafcillin, Oxacillin, Dicloxacillin
Inpatient Oral indications?
- MSSA and streptococcus (MRSA)
2. No renal adjustment needed
CEPHALOSPORINS
1st Generation
- IV:
- PO:
- Coverage:
- IV: Cefazolin
- PO: Cephalexin (Keflex)
- Coverage: Staphylococci, Streptococci, PEK, mouth anaerobes
CEPHALOSPORINS
2nd Generation
- IV/IM/PO:
- Coverage:
- IV/IM/PO: Cefuroxime (Ceftin)
- Coverage:
- Better Gram-negative activity (HNPEK)
- Cefotetan and Cefoxitin have anaerobic activity (B. fragilis)
CEPHALOSPORINS
3rd Generation
Group 1:
- IV:
- PO:
- Coverage:
Group 2:
- IV:
- Coverage:
GROUP 1:
- IV: Ceftriaxone
- PO: Cefdinir
- Coverage: Less Staphylococci coverage, but better Streptococci coverage
GROUP 2:
- IV: Ceftazidime, Ceftazidime/Avibactam
- Coverage: Pseudomonas
CEPHALOSPORINS
4th Generation
- IV:
- Coverage:
- IV: Cefepime
2. Coverage: Broad-spectrum: Gram-positives, HNPEK, CAPES, Pseudomonas
CEPHALOSPORINS
5th Generation
- IV:
- Coverage:
- IV: Ceftaroline (Teflaro)
2. Coverage: Similar to ceftriaxone but with MRSA coverage
CEPHALOSPORINS
Class trends?
- No Enterococcus coverage
2. Do not cover atypicals
CEPHALOSPORINS
Class Effects?
- Beta-Lactam allergy
- Risk of seizures
🚨 If patient has either of these avoid PCNs 🚨
CEPHALOSPORINS
Outpatient (Oral)
1st Generation: Cephalexin
Indications?
- Strep throat
2. MSSA skin infections
CEPHALOSPORINS
Outpatient (Oral)
2nd Generation: Cefuroxime
Indications?
- Acute Otitis Media
- CAP
- Sinus Infections
CEPHALOSPORINS
Outpatient (Oral)
3rd Generation: Cefdinir
Indications?
- CAP
2. Sinus Infection
CEPHALOSPORINS
Inpatient (Parenteral)
1st Generation: Cefazolin
Indications?
- Surgical Prophylaxis
CEPHALOSPORINS
Inpatient (Parenteral)
2nd Generation: Cefotetan, Cefoxitin
Indications?
- Surgical Prophylaxis (GI Procedures)
2. Cefotetan: Disulfram-like reactions
CEPHALOSPORINS
Inpatient (Parenteral)
3rd Generation: Ceftriaxone and Cefotaxime
- CAP
- Meningitis
- SBP
- Pyelonephritis
Ceftriaxone: no renal dose adjustment, 🚨 DO NOT USE IN NEONATES🚨
CEPHALOSPORINS
Inpatient (Parenteral)
5th Generation: Ceftaroline
Coverage?
- MRSA
CARBAPANEMS
Class Effects?
- ESBL-producing organisms
- Pseudomonas (except Ertapenem)
- Beta-lactam allergy and seizures
- All IV (NS only for ertapenem)
CARBAPANEMS
What do they NOT cover?
- Atypicals
- VRE
- MRSA
- *ErtAPenem does not cover PEA
CARBAPANEMS
What are the common uses?
- Polymicrobial Infections
2. Empiric treatment when MDR pathogens suspected
MONOBACTAMS
Aztreonam
- Formulation?
- Who can use it?
- Coverage?
- IV ONLY
- Can be used in pts with beta-lactam allergy
- Gram-negative coverage, including Pseudomonas
AMINOGLYCOSIDES
Coverage?
- Gram-negatives, including Pseudomonas
2. Synergy for Gram positives (Staphylococci/Enterococci)
AMINOGLYCOSIDES
Dosing
- Traditional?
- Extended Interval?
- Traditional: 1 - 2.5 mg/kg IV Q8H
2. Extended Interval: 4 -7 mg/kg IV Q24H
AMINOGLYCOSIDES
Dosing
- What is monitored for traditional dosing?
- What is monitored for extended interval dosing?
- Peaks and troughs
2. Draw a random level and use nomogram
AMINOGLYCOSIDES
What needs to be monitored?
- Renal Function
2. Serum Levels
AMINOGLYCOSIDES
Good News?
Kill Gram-negative, synergistic with beta-lactams for Gram-positive infections, low resistance and cost
AMINOGLYCOSIDES
Bad News?
Toxicities: renal damage and ototoxicity
AMINIGLYCOSIDES
Smart Idea when using them?
Concentration-dependent killing ➡ give larger doses less frequently (extended - interval dosing) ➡ allow the kidneys to recover
AMINOGLYCOSIDES
Traditional Dosing: Target Drug
- When should the Trough be drawn?
- When should the Peak be drawn?
- 30 min before 4th dose
2. 30 min after the end of 4th dose infusion
AMINOGLYCISIDES
Gentamicin/Tobramycin
- Peak?
- Trough?
- 5-10 mcg/mL
2. <2 mcg/mL
QUINILONES
Are they concentration-dependent killing?
Yes
QUINOLONES
Boxed Warnings?
- Tendon Rupture
- Peripheral Neuropathy
- CNS effects (including seizures)
- Use last-line (only if no alternatives)
QUINOLONES
Warnings?
- QT Prolongations
- Hypo and Hyperglycemia
- Psychiatric disturbances
- Photosensitivity
- Avoid use in children (risk vs. benefit)
QUINOLONES
Interactions?
- Chelation with divalent cations (Fe2+, Ca2+,Mg2+)
QUINOLONES
Respiratory Quionolones
- Coverage
- What are they?
- active against S. pneumoniae
- Hint: My Good Lungs
- Levofloxacin
- Gemifloxacin
- Moxifloxacin (IV:PO=1:1, not renally adjusted, 🚨do not use for UTIs🚨)
QUINOLONES
Antipseudomonal Quinolones
- What are they?
- Indications?
- Levofloxacin (IV:PO=1:1)
- Ciprofloxacin
- Pseudomonas infections
- UTI
- Intra-abdominal infections
- Traveler’s diarrhea
QUINOLONES
Profile Review Tips?
- Caution in patients with CVD, ⬇K/Mg, use of other QT-prolonging drugs
- Avoid if seizure history or using an antiepileptic drug
- Avoid in children
- Watch for tendon rupture, neuropathy, CNS/psychiatric side effects
MACROLIDES
Agents in class?
- Azithromycin (Zithromax)
- Clarithromycin (Biaxin)
- Erythromycin (E.E.S)
MACROLIDES
Coverage?
- Atypical pathogens (Legionella, Chlamydia, Mycoplasma, Mycobacterium avium)
- H. influenzae
- S. pneumoniae
MACROLIDES
Common Uses?
- CAP
2. Strep throat
MACROLIDES
Azithromycin Indications?
- COPD exacerbations
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
- MAC prophylaxis
MACROLIDES
Clarithromycin Indications?
- H. Pylori
MACROLIDES
Erythromycin Indications?
- increase gastric motility
MACROLIDES
Azithromycin Dosing (Z-Pak)
500 mg (two 250 mg tabs) on day 1, then 250 mg daily x 4 days
MACROLIDES
Safety Issues
- QT prolongation:
- Drug interactions:
- QT prolongation: caution with CVD, ⬇ K/Mg, use of other QT-prolonging drugs
- Clarithromycin/erythromycin contraindicated with simvastatin/lovastatin
TETRACYCLINES
Agents in class?
- Doxycycline (Vibramycin)
- Minocycline (Minocin, Solodyn)
- Tetracycline
TETRACYCLINES
Coverage?
- S. aureus (including CA-MRSA)
- H. influenzae, Moraxella, atypiclas +/- S. pneumo
- Rickettsiae
- H. pylori
- VRE
TETRACYCLINES
Common Uses:
- CA-MRSA skin infections
2. Acne
TETRACYCLINES
Doxycycline Indications:
- Tick-borne infections
- CAP
- COPD exacerbations
- sinusitis
- VRE
- UTI
- Chlamydia
- Gonorrhea
TETRACYCLINES
Tetracycline Indications:
- H. pylori treatment
TETRACYCLINES
Safety Issues
- Avoid use in children age < 8 years, pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Photosensitivity
- Interaction with divalent cations
- IV:PO = 1:1
- Minocycline: DILE
SULFONAMIDES
- What is dose based on?
- Dose for Uncomplicated UTI?
- Dose based on TMP
2. 1 DS tablet PO BID x 3 days
SULFONAMIDES
Contraindications?
Do not use if sulfa allergy, pregnant or breastfeeding
SULFONAMIDES
Warnings:
- Skin reactions (including SJS/TEN)
2. G6PD deficiency
SULFONAMIDES
Side effects?
- Photosensitivity
- ⬆ K
- Hemolytic anemia (positive Coombs test)
- Crystalluria
SULFONAMIDES
SMX/TMP (oral)
Common Uses
- Ca-MRSA infections
- UTI
- Pneumocystis pneumonia
SULFONAMIDES
SMX/TMP (oral)
5: 1 Ratio SMX/TMP
1. SS tablet =
2. DS tablet =
- SS tablet = 80 mg TMP
2. DS tablet = 160 mg TMP
SULFONAMIDES
SMX/TMP (oral)
Sulfa Allergy reactions?
- Rash/Hives common
2. Can cause severe SJS reactions (SJS/TEN)
SULFONAMIDES
SMX/TMP (oral)
What happens when used with warfarin?
⬆ INR
ANTIBIOTICS FOR GRAM-POSITIVE INFECTIONS
Vancomycin Coverage?
- Gram-positives (MRSA)
- Streptococci
- Enterococci
- C. difficile (PO only)
ANTIBIOTICS FOR GRAM-POSITIVE INFECTIONS
Vancomycin Dosing?
IV: 15-20 mg/kg Q8-12H, using TBW
Dose/interval adjustment in renal failure
ANTIBIOTICS FOR GRAM-POSITIVE INFECTIONS
Vancomycin Monitoring?
- Scr and avoid other nephrotic or ototoxic drugs
e. g., furosemide, aminoglycosides, cisplatin
ANTIBIOTICS FOR GRAM-POSITIVE INFECTIONS
Vancomycin Indications?
1st line for MRSA infections
e.g., pneumonia, meningitis, bacteremia, some skin infections
ANTIBIOTICS FOR GRAM-POSITIVE INFECTIONS
Vancomycin target trough for severe infections?
15 - 20 mcg/mL
ANTIBIOTICS FOR GRAM-POSITIVE INFECTIONS
Vancomycin
What can occur with rapid infusion?
- Red man syndrome
ANTIBIOTICS FOR GRAM-POSITIVE INFECTIONS
Vancomycin PO indication?
Only for C. difficile infections
- 125 mg QID x 10 days
ANTIBIOTICS FOR GRAM-POSITIVE INFECTIONS
What toxicity can Vancomycin cause?
- Ototoxicity
2. Nephrotoxicity
ANTIBIOTICS FOR GRAM-POSITIVE INFECTIONS
If the MIC for vancomycin is >2 what happens?
You do NOT use the vancomycin
LIPOGLYCOPEPTIDES
What are the agents?
- Telavancin
- Oritavancin
- Dalbavancin
LIPOGLYCOPEPTIDES
Coverage?
similar to IV vancomycin
LIPOGLYCOPEPTIDES
Indications?
- Approved for skin infections
2. Televancin approved for HAP/VAP
LIPOGLYCOPEPTIDES
What can they all cause?
Redman syndrome
LIPOGLYCOPEPTIDES
Which ones are single-dose regimens?
- Oritavancin
2. Dalbavancin
LIPOGLYCOPEPTIDES
Boxed Warnings?
- Fetal risk
- Nephrotoxicity
- ⬆ mortality compared to vancomycin in pneumonia trials (patients with CrCl = 50 mL/min)
LIPOGLYCOPEPTIDES
Contraindications
- Televancin:
- Oritavancin:
- concurrent use of IV UFH
2. use of IV UFH for 5 days after
LIPOGLYCOPEPTIDES
Warnings
- Televancin:
- Oritavancin:
- falsely ⬆ aPPT/PT/INR
2. ⬆ PT/INR (up to 12 hours) and ⬆ aPTT (up to 120 hours)