Neomycin Sulfate Flashcards

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What is it?

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It’s an aminoglycoside
- reduces the amount of bacteria in the colon
It’s given for the GI tract before surgery

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Why does this matter?

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It’s given for the GI tract before surgery.

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How is it used in clients with hepatic encephalopathy?

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It is used to treat this disease when ammonia levels are elevated in the liver.

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