Sulfanomides & Urinary Antiseptics Flashcards
1
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Mechanism of action
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Inhibits bacterial synthesis of Folic acid
2
Q
Therapeutic uses
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UTI’s
Pneumocystitis carnii pneumonia, shigella small bowel infections
3
Q
Side effects
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Photosensitivity, urine crystals, rash, brown pee,
Serious: agranulocytosis, Anemia
4
Q
Drug interactions
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Lowers oral contraceptive efficacy
5
Q
Prototype
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Trimethoprim & sulfamethoxazole
Nitrofurantoin
6
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Considerations
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Avoid sun
Drink at least 3l fluid