Sulfas Flashcards
1
Q
MOA of SulFOLATEamides
A
Blocks folate production, which is used in DNA synthesis
BACTERIOSTATIC, Pseudomonas is resistant
High bioavailability - distributed widely, even to CSF and crosses placenta
2
Q
The most special of the sulfas, used for MRSA
A
Sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprime (Bactrim)
*contraindicated in pregnancy / lactation *
3
Q
Sulfa used topically, to prevent infection of burn wounds
A
Silver SulfaDIAZINE
4
Q
Sulfa used topically for acne and conjunctivitis
A
Sulfacetamide
like Cetaphil !
5
Q
Sulfa used for ulcerative colitis
A
Sulfasalazine
