Lincosamides Flashcards
1
Q
Cleocin generic
A
lincosamide
2
Q
Major uses of lincosamide
A
skin and soft tissue infections, aspiration pneumonia, strep & dental prophylaxis
3
Q
Side effects of lincosamide
A
GI upset, esophagitis, rash, clostridium-difficil associated diarrhea
4
Q
precautions of lincosamide
A
box warning for C-diff, liver dysfunction, superinfection
5
Q
Patient counseling
A
Keep close eye on diarrhea!! do not use gatorade. drink lots of water with dose