Influenza A & B Management Flashcards

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What is the spectrum and MOA for Bacitracin?

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Spectrum: MSSA, Streptococcus pyogenes. MOA: Non-beta-lactam, interferes with cell wall synthesis.

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What is Bacitracin used for?

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Topical administration for skin conditions like impetigo and eye infections.

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What are the common uses for Polymyxin B?

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Topical administration for skin and eye conditions; often part of triple antibiotic ointments.

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Which bacteria does Polymyxin B target?

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MSSA, Streptococcus pyogenes, Gram-negative bacilli including E.coli, Enterobacter, Klebsiella, Pseudomonas, Shigella

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What is Mupirocin’s spectrum of activity and MOA?

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Spectrum: Gram-positive cocci. MOA: Protein synthesis inhibitor.

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How is Mupirocin administered and what does it treat?

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Topically for skin conditions such as impetigo.

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What kind of adverse reactions can all these topical drug classes cause?

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Localized topical reactions.

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