Sulfonamides Flashcards
1
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“Sulfa”
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Sulfonamides
2
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actions of Sulfonamides
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- bacteriostatic
- competitively antagonize paraminobenzoic acid
- essential component of folic acid synthesis causing cell death
3
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indications of Sulfonamides
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- ulcerative colitis
- Chohn’s dz
- conjunctivitis
- meningitis
- toxoplasmosis
- UTIs
- RA
4
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side effects of Sulfonamides
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- peripheral neuropathy
- crystaluria, proteinuriaa
- photosensitivity
- GI upset
- stomatitis
- hypersensitivity rxns
5
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nursing considerations of Sulfonamides
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- C&S before therapy
- take on an empty stomach with full glass of water
- take around the clock
- encourage fluids
- protect from light
- good mouth care
