Macrolides Flashcards
1
Q
Macrolide mechanism of action?
A
Inhibit protein synthesis
2
Q
Macrolide examples?
A
Clarithromycin and erythromycin
3
Q
Macrolides, gram positive or negative?
A
Mostly gram negative
4
Q
Macrolide side-effects?
A
GI upset
Hypersensitivity
Jaundice
QT prolongation