Macrolides Flashcards

1
Q

Name the Macrolide’s

A

Azithromycin
Clarithromycin
Erythromycin
Roxithromycin

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2
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Macrolide’s MOA

A

Inhibit bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit

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3
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Are Macrolide’s bactericidal or bacteriostatic?

A

Bacteriostatic

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4
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Macrolide’s Adverse Effects (common)

A

Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Abdominal pain and cramps

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5
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Macrolide’s Counselling

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Interacts with other medicines - check before taking

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