Pharm 3 Flashcards
MIC
The lowest concentration of an antimicrobial that will inhibit the visible growth of an organism
Post-antibiotic effect
Period of time after complete removal of an antibiotic during which there is no growth of the target organism
Patient specific antibiotic factors
Renal, hepatic function
Age
Size
Drug specific Abx factors
IV vs. PO
Bacteriostatic vs -cidal
Cost
Distribution
Bacterial resistance mechanisms
Inactivation by beta lactamases (+new/other -ases, ex carbapenemase)
New binding proteins w/ decreased affinity for Abx
Decreased permeability of bacterial cell wall
Modification of cell membrane constituents that prevent penetration
G+ aerobes
Staph, Strep, Enterococcus, Listeria
G- aerobes
E. coli, Klebsiella, Proteus, Pseudomonas, Moraxella
G+ anaerobes
Peptococcus, peptostreptococcus, Clostridium
G- anaerobes
Bacteroides, Fusobacterium, Prevotella
PCNs
Cell wall active-disrupt bacterial cell wall formation by inhibiting certain enzymes that create cross-linking –> activation of endogenous autolytic systems causes cell lysis and death (bacteriostatic)
Coverage: mostly G+, some G-
ADEs: hypersensitivity rxn, neutropenia, interstitial nephritis, CNS toxicity (seizures)
Peak concentration in 1-2 hr, most have wide distribution, minimal liver metabolism
Excretion by kidneys
Natural penicillins
Penicillin G, Penicillin V
Active against Strep, Enterococcus, some G+ anaerobes (peptococcus, peptostreptococcus)
Distribute to most tissues: lung, ascites, synovium, pericardium, soft tissues
Dose reduction for GFR <50
Most associated w/ ADEs
Drug of choice for syphilis, strep
Aminopenicillins
Ampicillin
Amoxicillin
Retain activity of naturals (More active against Enterococcus than other PCNs)
+
Extended G- coverage (H. flu, E. coli, K. pneumo)
Distributes to renal tissue, septic joints, ascitic fluid, CSF
Not very beta-lactamase stable
Penicillinase resistant PCNs
Oxacillin
Nafcillin
Dicloxacillin
Activity against: Strep good), Staph (excellent), Peptostrep
Very narrow, mostly just used for staph
No G- activity
Distributes to bone, septic joint effusions, cardiac tissue (endocarditis, septic joints)
Drug of choice for MSSA
Dose adjustment for severe HEPATIC impairment
Nafcillin
Penicillinase resistant PCN
Big sodium load when prepared IV. Caution in ascites/HF
Ureidopenicillins (Anti-pseudomonal penicillins)
Piperacillin
Always given w/ a beta lactamase inhibitor
Significantly improved activity against G- (Psuedomonas, Bacterioides) , some enterococcal activity, good anaerobe activity
No staph activity
Not very beta-lactamase stable
Distribution: pleural fluid, ascitic fluid, wound fluids
Dose adjustment for CrCl <50
Beta-lactam/Beta-lactamase inhibitors
Ampicillin/Sulbactam (Unasyn)
Amoxicillin/Clavulanic acid (Augmentin)
Piperacillin/Tazobactam (Zosyn)
Adds H. flu, M. cat, N. gonorrhea, B. fragilis coverage
Extends G+ and G- activity
Useful in mixed infections or for broad empiric coverage as a single agent
No antibiotic activity of its own
Good concentration throughout the body
Dose adjustment for CrCl < 50
Cephalosporins
Cell wall active: Disrupt bacterial cell wall formation by inhibiting certain enzymes that create cross-linking –> activation of endogenous autolytic systems to cause cell lysis and death
Activity variable across classes. None cover enterococcus
Some have MTT side chain which prolong PT/INR and may cause disulfram rxn w/ alcohol
1-3% cross reactivity w/ PCN allergy (maybe even less)
Rapidly absorbed, short T1/2, most excreted renally (ceftriaxone = liver metabolism)
1st Gen Cephalosporins
Cefazolin (IV)
Cephalexin, Cephadroxil (PO)
Good G+ coverage, limited G-, no anaerobes
Very active against strep and MSSA
Wide distribution throughout body (bone, skin, soft tissue) poor CSF penetration
Dose adjustment for CrCl < 50
Second Gen Cephalosporins: Group 1
Cefuroxime, Cefaclor
Very active against Strep, MSSA
Improved activity against G- (aerobes) BUT no G- anaerobes
variable CSF penetration (Cefuroxime penetrates well into CSF)
Dose adjustment in kidney disease
Second Gen Cephalosporins: Group 2 (Cephamycins)
Cefoxitin, cefotetan
Inferior activity against strep and MSSA BUT enhanced activity against G–
Preferred for “dirty” surgery (GI, GU,)
Dose adjustment in kidney disease
MTT side chain
Third Gen Cephalosporins
Anti-pseudomonal: Ceftazidime
Other: Cefotaxime, Ceftriaxone, Cefiximine, Cefpodixime
Anti-pseudomonals (Ceftazidime): excellent coverage G- aerobes (including pseudomonas), adequate Strep coverage (less than other cephalosporins)
Weak MSSA coverage (all 3rd gen)
Extensive distribution including good CSF penetration
Dose adjustment for decreased renal and hepatic function
Very broad coverage. Great for meningitis.
4th Gen Cephalosporins (Cefepime)
Staph/strep coverage comparable to earlier generation cephalosporins
Superior G- activity (including very good pseudomas aeruginosa coverage)
No MRSA
5th Gen Cephalosporins (Ceftaroline)
Widest spectrum: coverage of G-, G+, aerobic/anaerobic
MRSA coverage
Strep pneumo coverage
NO PSEUDOMONAL coverage
Restricted access because very broad and concerns for resistance if overused. Only for definitive therapy. Must consult ID
Thienamycins (-penems)
Imipenem
Ertapenem
Meropenem
Broadest coverage: G+ an G- aerobe coverage (except MRSA and E. faecium), most G- anaerobes
Meropenem has best pseudomonal coverage
Ertapenem: no pseudomonal but great against ESBLs
MOA: cell wall active, similar MOAs to PCN/Cephs
Pro: Post-Abx effect
ADE: N/V/D (IV)
Imipenem lowers seizure threshold, toxic metabolites. Always given w/ cilastatin to inhibit
Penetrate most tissues, including bone, meninges