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SULFONAMIDES Flashcards

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Mechanism of Action

A

Bacteriostatic

Inhibits folic acid synthesis

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Indications (what the drug is approved to treat)

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Broad spectrum anti-bacterial activity

RI, UTI, GI, and skin infections

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Contraindications (reasons NOT to use this drug)

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Known drug allergy to sulfonamides

Pregnant women and infants <2 months

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Adverse Effects (undesired harmful effect caused by the drug)

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Allergic reactions

Delayed cutaneous reactions

Photosensitivity

GI, liver, kidney, and hematological complications

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Interactions (reactions that occur when two or more drugs, foods, or supplements are taken together)

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Potentates:

the hyperglycemic effects of sulfonylureas
the toxic effects of phenytoin
anticoagulant effects of warfarin

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Nursing Considerations/Patient Teaching

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Give with a full glass of water

Take oral doses with food

Encourage patients to report worsening

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