Other Cell Wall synthesis inhibitors Flashcards
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Monobactams
A
Aztreonam Resistant to b-lactamase Binds to PBP3 Activity towards gram negative aerobes IV ; eliminated renally Synergistic with aminoglycosides
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Carbapenem
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Imipenem
Low susceptibility to b - lactamase
Gram negative rode , positive cocci , anaerobes
Enterobacter infections
Metabolized renally ; combined with cilastatin to block degradation
Cross allergenicity with penicillins