Sulfanomides & Urinary Antiseptics Flashcards

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Mechanism of action

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Inhibits bacterial synthesis of Folic acid

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Therapeutic uses

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UTI’s
Pneumocystitis carnii pneumonia, shigella small bowel infections

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Side effects

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Photosensitivity, urine crystals, rash, brown pee,
Serious: agranulocytosis, Anemia

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4
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Drug interactions

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Lowers oral contraceptive efficacy

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5
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Prototype

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Trimethoprim & sulfamethoxazole
Nitrofurantoin

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6
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Considerations

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Avoid sun
Drink at least 3l fluid

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