Monobactam Flashcards

1
Q

What is the mechanism of action of monobactam

A

Inhibits cell wall synthesis by binding to penicillin-binding proteins

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2
Q

True or false, monobactams have cross reactivity with beta-lactam allergy

A

False

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3
Q

List all the monobactams

A

Aztreonam

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4
Q

What is the brand name of Aztreonam?

A

Azactam

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5
Q

Aztreonam has coverage against what?

A

Many gram negative organisms including pseudomonas.

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6
Q

What does Aztreonam not cover?

A

Gram-positive or anaerobic activity

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