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Macrolides Flashcards

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Examples of Macrolides

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  • Azithromycin (OD)
  • Clarithromycin (BD)
  • Erythromycin (QDS)
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How often should you take macrolides for COPD patients

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3x a week

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When are Macrolides cautioned in

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Myasthenia Gravis (muscle weekness)

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Side effects of Macrolides

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  • Hepatotoxicity
  • Ototoxicity
  • GI Disturbances
  • QT prolongation
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Interactions of Macrolides

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  • do not give with CYP substrates
  • do not give with hypokalaemia drugs
  • do not give with medication that increase QT interval
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