Sulfonamides and Trimethoprim Flashcards
1
Q
TMP-SMX Absorption
A
IV and PO
2
Q
TMP-SMX Distribution
A
Prostate
PENETRATES CSF
3
Q
TMP-SMX Elimination
A
Liver and kidney elimination
Need to adjust for renal insufficiency patients
4
Q
TMP-SMX Uses
A
UTI Savior
Prostatitis
Skin infections due to MRSA
5
Q
TMP-SMX Side Effects
A
Leukopenia, Thromobcytopenia, megaloblastic anemia
Hypersensitivity Rash (Stevens-Johnson) - Similar to eripsyelaa
Crystalluria
6
Q
TMP-SMX Drug Interactions
A
Phenytonin- increases levels
Warfarin- Increases anticoagulant effect
Methotrexate- decreases renal clearance