Systemic Pharm Flashcards
What are three targets of natimicrobials
Cell wall
DNA
Proteins
What parts of the cell wall in microbes do we target
Peptidoglyan (brick)
Transpeptidase (glue)
Cell wall synthesis blockers
Bacitracin
PNC
Cephalosporins
PCNs
Amoxicillin
Dicloxicilin
Cephalosporins
Cephalexin
Ceftriaxone
Protein synthesis inhibitors target
30s and 50s ribosomal subunits
30s protein synthesis inhibitors
buy AT 30 Aminoglycosides -gentamicin -tobramycin Tetracyclines -tetracycline -doxycline -minocycline
50s protein synthesis inhibitors
Collect Money at 50
- macrolides: erythromycin, azithromycin, alrithromycin
- Clindamycin (lincomycin)
- Chloramphenacol
How do we inhibit DNA for microbes
Folic acid synthesis (synthase and reductase)
DNA gyrase and topopolymerase 4 (FQs)
Inhibitors of folate synthase
Sulfonamide
Trimethoprim
Pyrimethamine
DNA gyrase and topoisomerase inhibitors
FQs
- 2nd G=ciprofloxain, ofloxacin
- 3rd G=levofloxacin
- 4th G=gatifloxacin, moxifloxicin, besifloxacin
Peptidoglycan
The structural building block of bacterial cell walls; it contains polysaccharide chains that are cross linked via the enzyme transpeptidase. Bacitracin inhibits the transfer of peptidoglycan into the growing bacterial cell wall. All PCNs and cephalopods inhibit cell wall synthesis by inhibiting transpeptidase
MOA of bacitracin
Prevents bacterial cell wall synthesis by inhibiting the transfer of peptidoglycans
Clinical indications of bacitracin
Bacterial agent that is only effectsi against gram +; only available in ointment form and is often RXed for the treatment of blepharitis (staph)
Polysporin
Broads spectrum topical ophthalmic antibiotic ointment that contains the gram + coverage of bacitracin with the gram - coverage of polymyxin B
Neosporin
Neomycin + polysporin
Polysporin=bacitracin + polymyxinB
MOA of PCN (amoxicillin and dicloxacillin)
Inhibits transpeptidase
Which has better gram - coverage, amoxicillin or dicloxacillin
Amoxicillin
Penicillinase
Amoxicillin is not resistance to this but dicloxacillin is
Amoxicillin + calvulonic acid=Augmentin and this IS resistant to penicillinase
Dicloxacillin and augmentin are RXed for
Combat bacterial infections of the eyelid (hordeolum, preseptal cellulitis) caused by S aureus
DOC for MSS
Dicloxacillin
Not effective against MRSA though
Adverse effects of PCN
Hypersensitivity reaction
- type 1=anaphylactic shock and urticaria
- type 4=contact dermatitis
Render oral BC ineffective
Can cause SJS
Generally PCNs are very safe in all trimesters of pregnancy
MOA of cephalosporins (cephalexin, Ceftriaxone)
Inhibit transpeptidase
Clinical indications of cephalosporins
Similar to PCNs, all have good gram + coverage. 3rd and 4th generation are more effective against gram negative
Cephalexin uses
1st generation cephalosporin
Skin infections (that are primarily caused by gram + bacteria)
Dacryoadenitis, dacryocystitis, and preseptal cellulitis
Ceftriaxone
3rd generation cephalosporin
Gonorrhea
IV is treatment of choice for gonococcal conjunctivitis and orbital cellulitis
Treatment of choice for gonococcal conjunctivitis and orbital cellulitis
IV ceftriaxone
Gram negative
Adverse effects of cephalosporins
Hypersensitivity reactions
Alters vit K absorption, thinning of hte blood
Contraindicated in warfarin
Coverage cephalosporin
1st generation=gram +
3rd and 4th generation gram + and -
Which has better gram negative coverage, aminoglycosides or tetracyclines
Aminoglycosides
Aminoglycosides
Gentamicin
Tobramycin
MOA of aminoglycosides (tobramycin/gentamicin)
Bind to the 30s subunit of the bacterial ribosome to inhibit bacterial protein synthesis; effective against gram negative and gram + bacteria, with better coverage of the gram negative spectrum
Ocular indications of aminoglycosides (tobramycin/gentamicin)
Tobramycin is available in topical ophthalmic form and ointment form. Gentamicin and tobramycin topical ophthalmic solutions are available in fortified concentration, and are RXed with fortified cefazolin for the treatment of sight threatening ulcers
Tobradex
Tobramycin + dexamethasone
Inflammatory ocular conditions with an associated bacterial infection (staph marginal keratitis, corneal infiltrates)
AmiNOglycOSides
Nephtotoxicity
Ototoxicity
Ocular surface disease
Drugs taken on an empty stomach
PAT
PCNs, azithromycin, tetras
*doxy is the exception
Adverse effects of aminoglycosides
Topical ophthalmic aminoglycosides cause SPK and delayed healing
Tetracyclines
30s
Tetracycline
Doxycycline
Minocycline
MOA of tetracycline
Inhibit bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30s ribosomal subunit and preventing access to aminoacyl tRNA; they are bacteriostatic ABx
Clinical inidincations of doxycycline
Meibomianitis
Acne rosacea
Chlamydia ocular infections
Post RCE
TAKEN WITH FOOD
Minocyline indications
Low doses for long term managment of acne vulgaris
Pharmacokinetics of tetracyclines
The absorption in the GI tract is impaired by cations in dairy products, antacids, and iron-containing compounds. The primary route of excretion of through the kidney; thus tetras are contraindicated in pateitns with renal failure. Doxy is th excretion, it can be taken with food and is eliminated in fecal matter, and can therefore be RXed in patients with renal failure
Adverse affects of tetras
Contraindicated in pregnancy and in children. Side effects include pseudotumor cerebri, bone growth retardation, and discoloring of teeth. Minocyline may cause blue sclera and pigmented cysts on the conjunctiva
Blockers of the 50s ribosomal subunit
CM
Chloramphenicol, clindamycin,lincomycin, marolides (erythromycin, azithromycin, clarithromycin)
Chloramphenicol MOA
Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit; it is effective against gram + and gram - bacteria. It can be formulated as an ointment for topical ophthalmic solution
Dinosaur
We dont use it that much anymore
Drugs contraindicated in pregnancy
FAT
FQs
Aminoglycosides
Tetras
Drugs that are safe in pregnancy
PAC
Pens
Azithromycin
Cephalosporin
P cerebri drugs
CATS Contraceptive Acutane Tetra Synthroid/steroid
Drugs that can cause a blue scleral
Steroids
Minocycline
Adver effects of chloramphenicol
TOPICAL ophthalmic use has caused fatal aplastic anemia
Extended therapy may result in optic neuritis
What is the only topical drug that can cause fatal aplastic anemia
Chloramphenicol
MOA of macrolides (erythromycin, azithromycin, clarithromycin)
Inhibit the bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome
What can treat chlamydia
Doxy
Azithromycin
Uses of oral azithromycin
Chlamydia infections (trachoma and AIC) Single gram dose Taken on an empty stomach
Topical ophthalmic azithromycin uses
Bacterial conjunctivitis and blepharitis
BID x 2 days, then QD x 5 days
Topical ophthalmic erythromycin ointment uses
Uncommonly RXed for active bacterial infections due to its poor resistance profile; it is more commonly RXed for prophylaxis and is dosed at night. It is also RXed for prophylaxis of gonococcal ophthalmia neonatorum
Oral clarithromycin uses
Respiratory infections
Azasite
Contains the preservative BAK. Patients who wear CL are advised against CL wear during the treatment with azasite
MOA of lincomycin/clindamycin
Inhibit the bacterial protein synthesis by REVERSIBLY binding to the 50s subunit of the bacterial ribosome
Clinical indications of clindamycin/lincomycin
MRSA
Drugs for MRSA
Bacteria Can’t Decide
Bactrim (TMP-sulf)
Clindamycin
Doxycycline
Sulfonamide MOA
Inhibit dihydropteroate synthase, an enzyme that converts PABA to dihydrofolic acid as the first step of folic acid synthesis; these drugs are bacteriostatic agents that are RXed to treat gram + and gram - infections
Ophthalmic indications of sulfonamide
Rarely used topically
Side effects of topical sulfonamide
Burning, stinging, contact dermatitis, and local photosensitization
Systemic indications of sulfonamide
Sulfadiazine + pyrimethamine=toxo treatment
Sulfamethoxazole + trimethorpim=bactrim
Adverse effects of sulfonamides
Can cause kernicterus in infants due to bilirubin accumulation within the brain (they are contraindicated during pregnancy); they may also have a myopic shift in the patients refractive error. Topical and oral sulfonamides may also cause SJS
Trimethoprim and pyrimethamine MOA
Inhibit dihycrofolate reductase, an enzyme that converts dihydrofolic acid to tetrahydrofolic acid in the second step of folic acid synthesis
Trim reduces
Clinical indications of trimethoprim
Gram +/-, not as effective against pseudomonas
Combo with polymyxin B as polytrim
Indications of pyrimethamine
Given orally with sulfadi for toxoplasmosis
What is the best to use for bacterial conjunctivits in kids
Polytrim
Most potent ophthalmic ABX against MRSA
Trimethoprim and tobramycin
Besifoxacin and vancomycin also
Adverse effects of trimethoprim/pyrimethamine
Oral trimethoprim can cause bone marrow suppression, resulting in aplastic anemia, leukopenia, and granulocytopenia, pyrmethamine can have similar toxicity
MOA of FQs
Rapidly inhibit bacterial DNA synthesis by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase 4
2nd generation FQ
Cirpofloxacin
Ofloxacin
3rd generation FQs
Levofloxacin
4th generation FQs
Gatifloxacin
Moxifloxacin
Besifloxacin
Topical ophthalmic indications of FQs
Contact lens realted ulcers, corneal abrasions, and bacterial conjunctivitis
Systemic indications of FQs
Ciprofloxacin is RXed for gram - urinary and GI infections. Moxifloxacin is approved for the treatment of pneumonia, sinusitis, and intracranial-abdominal and skin infections
Adverse effects of FQs
ORAL fluroquinoLONES can hurt the attachment to your BONEs; causing tendinitis. Oral FQs are contraindicated in pregnancy, chidlren, and adolescents below the age of 18 due to damage in cartilage formation and inhibition of bone growth
Effectiveness of the differnt generations of FQs
There are 4 generations, 3 and 4 have been formulated with improved effectiveness against gram + infections, however these drugs continue to be potent against gram - bac as well
Topical FQs and kids
All of the TOPICAL (NEVER ORAL) FQs are approved for kids 1 year and older EXCEPT LEVOFLOXACIN
Bacteriostatic agents
Tetracyclines, trimethoprim, sulfacetamde, and to some degree, erythromycin
Bacteriocidal agents
PNS, Cephs, bacitracin, aminoglycosides, FQs
Number one symptom of TB
Night sweats
TB is caused by
Mycobacterium TB
Active TB
Treated with a combo therapy
Latent TB
Treated with isoniazid or rifampin monotherapy
Active TB treatment is
RIPE
- rifampin
- isoniazid
- ethambutol
Don’t need to know the P one
TB=RIPE Cheese
RIPE for the drugs
Cheese=caseous necrosis
MOA of rifampin
Prevents mRNA synthesis (transcription) by binding to the beta subunit of DNA dependent RNA POLYMERASE
Adverse effects of rifampin
Hepatotxicity (increased AST and ALT), orange/pink colored tears and urine
Isoniazid MOA
Prevents cell wall synthesis by inhibiting mycolic acid synthesis
Adverse effects of isoniazid
Hepatotoxicity, can also cause pyridoxine (vit B6) deficiency that may result in peripheral neuropathy. Rarely It can cause optic neuritis and optic atrophy, resulting in loss of vision
Ethambutol MOA
Inhibits synthesis of mycobacterium cell wall by inhibiting arabinosyl transferase
What are the two drugs that can be used in isolation for TB monotherapy (latent)
Rifampin
Isoniazid
Adverse effects of ethambutol
Optic neuritis (retrobulbar) May be reversible vision loss
What TB drug is known to cause retrobulbar optic neuritis
Ethambutol
Antivirals for the flu
Oseltamivir (tamiflu)
-inhibits influenza A and B viral neuraminidase
Conjunctivitis due to influenza in 1% pts has been reported
MOA of HIV therapy (Zidovudine [Retrovir])
Reverse transcriptase inhibitor
AIDs occurs at what CD 4 count
<200
Clinical indications of zidovudine (Retrovir)
Major component of three-drug therapy for HIV. Also used during pregnancy to lower the risk of transmitting HIV to the fetus (vertical transmission)
Adverse effects of zidovudine (Retrovir)
- Bone marrow suppression
- Lactic acidosis
- Muscle breakdown
Amblyopia and macular edema have also been reported
There is a vax for which Heps
A and B
None for C
Hepatitis C therapy
C=chronic
Ribavirin + interferon
MOA of ribivirin
Inhibits viral RNA polymerase
Always in combo with interferon for the treatment of hep C
Adverse effects of ribavirin
Conjunctivis
Retinopathy
Retinal vascular Occlusions
Ocular side effects of ribavirin
RIBAViriN RD Ischemia Bleeding Arterial and Venous occlusions Optic Neuritis
VA normally OK
Why kind of virus is herpes
DNA
What do all herpes meds do
Inhibit DNA polymerase
Trifluridine MOA
Inhibits DNA polymerase for the treatment of herpes simplex keratitis
Not used often because 9x day dosing and thimerosol
Acyclovir, valacyclovir, famcyclovir MOA
DNA polymerase inhibitors
Indications of acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famcyclovir
Cold sores, genital sores, and shingles. They may also be RXed for HZO, HSV keratitis, and prophylaxis against recurrent HSV keratitis
Adverse effects of acyclovir, valacyclovir, and famcyclovir
Headaches and GI effects
Renal dysfunction
-be careful in those with renal dysfunction and the elderly. Monitor closely
Oral antivirals
Used to treat HSV epithelial keratitis, but topical ophthalmic treatment is considered the standard of care. Oral dosages should be decreased in patients with kidney disease
Gancylovir
- DNA polymerase inhibitor
- reduced corneal toxicity, 5x/day dosing (better than viroptic)
- BAK instead of thimerosol
Clinical indications for gancyclovir
HSV keratitis
Intraocular sustained-release capsule for the treatment of CMV retinitis
CMV
Opportunistic infection
Vision threatening retinopathy in those with AIDS
-most common intraocualr infection in patients with AIDs
-treat with Zirgan (gancyclovir), if that doesnt work, use your safety “net” Foscarnet
Foscarnet
- SAfety net for CMV if gancyclovir fails
- DNA polymerase inhibitor, IV
- nehprotoxicity and seizures
Fungal ucler
Feathery edges
Immunocompromised
Chronic beat up cornea
Tree branch
Fungus: ergosterol
Component of fungal cell membranes that is not found in human or animal cell walls.
Antifungal drugs
Natamycin, amphotericin B, nystatin
Ketoconazole, fluconazole, and miconozole
Griseofulvin
MOA of natamycin, amphotericin B, and nystatin
Bind to ergosterol and form pores
Clinical indictions for natamycin
Approved for the treatment of fungal blepharitis, conjunctivits, and keratitis caused by susceptible organisms of Candida, Aspergillus, and Fusarium
Clinical indications for Amphotericin B
Broad spectrum antifungal.
Fungal keratitis, and IV form to treat systemic and intraocular fungal infections.
Nephrotoxicity is common in IV form
Clinical indications of Nystatin
Candida oral (thrush) and vaginal (yeast) infections Not indicated for ophthalmic use
MOA of ketoconazole, fluconazole, and miconazole
Inhibit ergosterol synthesis
Clinical indications of ketoconazole
First oral azole antifungal drug and is indicated for the treatment of severe fungal corneal ulcers, systemic fungal infections, and acanthoemeba
Indications of fluconazole
Orally, topically, or through subconjunctival injections
Adverse effects of the azoles
Hepatotoxicity
MOA of griseofulvin
Inhibits fungal mitosis by interfering with microtubule formation
Clinical indictions of griseofulvin
Scalp and skin, fingernails and toenails
Treatment of toxoplasmosis
Sulfadi + pyrimethamine
Antiparasitic drugs
Chloroquine
Lindane
MOA of chloroquine
- Results in the build up of heme within the RBCs; this accumulation is toxic to the “intra-erythrocytic” plasmodium parasite responsible for malaria
- Inhibits phosphlipase A2 to decrease inflammation, not generally used for this
Adverse effects of chloroquine
Whorl K
Bulls eye maculopathy: granular hyperpigmentation surrounded by zone of depigmentation
Binds melanin=migration of RPE cells-permanent
What does a plaquenil screening consist of
10-2 VF
SD-OCT
Why does chloroquine cause bulls eye maculopathy
Binds to melanin of the RPE cells, causing localized RPE damage and subsequent migration of RPE cells to the outer nuclear and OPL. The initial sign of bulls eye maculopathy is RPE mottling within the macula
Risk of developing bulls eye maculopathy in chloroquine
- > 2.3mg/kg body weight (Hydroxychloroquine is >5mg/kg)
- treatment > 5 years
- abnormal renal function
- high body fat
- > 60yo
- liver disease
- concomitant retinal disease
Scotomas of chloroquine
Central and paracentral most common
Lindane
Antiparacytic MOA: lipophlic structure absorbed through the exoskeleton of insects, resulting in seizures and death -lice, scabies -causes conjunctivits -not for the eyes
Peptidoglycan
The structural building block of bacterial cell walls; it contains polysaccharide chains that are cross linked via the enzyme transpeptidase. Bacitracin inhibits the transfer of peptidoglycan into the growing bacterial cell wall. All PCNs and cephalopods inhibit cell wall synthesis by inhibiting transpeptidase
MOA of bacitracin
Prevents bacterial cell wall synthesis by inhibiting the transfer of peptidoglycans
Clinical indications of bacitracin
Bacterial agent that is only effectsi against gram +; only available in ointment form and is often RXed for the treatment of blepharitis (staph)
Polysporin
Broads spectrum topical ophthalmic antibiotic ointment that contains the gram + coverage of bacitracin with the gram - coverage of polymyxin B
Neosporin
Neomycin + polysporin
Polysporin=bacitracin + polymyxinB
MOA of PCN (amoxicillin and dicloxacillin)
Inhibits transpeptidase
Which has better gram - coverage, amoxicillin or dicloxacillin
Amoxicillin
Penicillinase
Amoxicillin is not resistance to this but dicloxacillin is
Amoxicillin + calvulonic acid=Augmentin and this IS resistant to penicillinase
Dicloxacillin and augmentin are RXed for
Combat bacterial infections of the eyelid (hordeolum, preseptal cellulitis) caused by S aureus
DOC for MSS
Dicloxacillin
Not effective against MRSA though
Adverse effects of PCN
Hypersensitivity reaction
- type 1=anaphylactic shock and urticaria
- type 4=contact dermatitis
Render oral BC ineffective
Can cause SJS
Generally PCNs are very safe in all trimesters of pregnancy
MOA of cephalosporins (cephalexin, Ceftriaxone)
Inhibit transpeptidase
Clinical indications of cephalosporins
Similar to PCNs, all have good gram + coverage. 3rd and 4th generation are more effective against gram negative
Cephalexin uses
1st generation cephalosporin
Skin infections (that are primarily caused by gram + bacteria)
Dacryoadenitis, dacryocystitis, and preseptal cellulitis
Ceftriaxone
3rd generation cephalosporin
Gonorrhea
IV is treatment of choice for gonococcal conjunctivitis and orbital cellulitis
Treatment of choice for gonococcal conjunctivitis and orbital cellulitis
IV ceftriaxone
Gram negative
Adverse effects of cephalosporins
Hypersensitivity reactions
Alters vit K absorption, thinning of hte blood
Contraindicated in warfarin
Coverage cephalosporin
1st generation=gram +
3rd and 4th generation gram + and -
Which has better gram negative coverage, aminoglycosides or tetracyclines
Aminoglycosides
Aminoglycosides
Gentamicin
Tobramycin
MOA of aminoglycosides (tobramycin/gentamicin)
Bind to the 30s subunit of the bacterial ribosome to inhibit bacterial protein synthesis; effective against gram negative and gram + bacteria, with better coverage of the gram negative spectrum
Ocular indications of aminoglycosides (tobramycin/gentamicin)
Tobramycin is available in topical ophthalmic form and ointment form. Gentamicin and tobramycin topical ophthalmic solutions are available in fortified concentration, and are RXed with fortified cefazolin for the treatment of sight threatening ulcers
Tobradex
Tobramycin + dexamethasone
Inflammatory ocular conditions with an associated bacterial infection (staph marginal keratitis, corneal infiltrates)
AmiNOglycOSides
Nephtotoxicity
Ototoxicity
Ocular surface disease
Drugs taken on an empty stomach
PAT
PCNs, azithromycin, tetras
*doxy is the exception
Adverse effects of aminoglycosides
Topical ophthalmic aminoglycosides cause SPK and delayed healing
Tetracyclines
30s
Tetracycline
Doxycycline
Minocycline
MOA of tetracycline
Inhibit bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30s ribosomal subunit and preventing access to aminoacyl tRNA; they are bacteriostatic ABx
Clinical inidincations of doxycycline
Meibomianitis
Acne rosacea
Chlamydia ocular infections
Post RCE
TAKEN WITH FOOD
Minocyline indications
Low doses for long term managment of acne vulgaris
Pharmacokinetics of tetracyclines
The absorption in the GI tract is impaired by cations in dairy products, antacids, and iron-containing compounds. The primary route of excretion of through the kidney; thus tetras are contraindicated in pateitns with renal failure. Doxy is th excretion, it can be taken with food and is eliminated in fecal matter, and can therefore be RXed in patients with renal failure
Adverse affects of tetras
Contraindicated in pregnancy and in children. Side effects include pseudotumor cerebri, bone growth retardation, and discoloring of teeth. Minocyline may cause blue sclera and pigmented cysts on the conjunctiva
Blockers of the 50s ribosomal subunit
CM
Chloramphenicol, clindamycin,lincomycin, marolides (erythromycin, azithromycin, clarithromycin)
Chloramphenicol MOA
Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit; it is effective against gram + and gram - bacteria. It can be formulated as an ointment for topical ophthalmic solution
Dinosaur
We dont use it that much anymore
Drugs contraindicated in pregnancy
FAT
FQs
Aminoglycosides
Tetras
Drugs that are safe in pregnancy
PAC
Pens
Azithromycin
Cephalosporin
P cerebri drugs
CATS Contraceptive Acutane Tetra Synthroid/steroid
Drugs that can cause a blue scleral
Steroids
Minocycline
Adver effects of chloramphenicol
TOPICAL ophthalmic use has caused fatal aplastic anemia
Extended therapy may result in optic neuritis
What is the only topical drug that can cause fatal aplastic anemia
Chloramphenicol
MOA of macrolides (erythromycin, azithromycin, clarithromycin)
Inhibit the bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S subunit of the bacterial ribosome
What can treat chlamydia
Doxy
Azithromycin
Uses of oral azithromycin
Chlamydia infections (trachoma and AIC) Single gram dose Taken on an empty stomach
Topical ophthalmic azithromycin uses
Bacterial conjunctivitis and blepharitis
BID x 2 days, then QD x 5 days
Topical ophthalmic erythromycin ointment uses
Uncommonly RXed for active bacterial infections due to its poor resistance profile; it is more commonly RXed for prophylaxis and is dosed at night. It is also RXed for prophylaxis of gonococcal ophthalmia neonatorum
Oral clarithromycin uses
Respiratory infections
Azasite
Contains the preservative BAK. Patients who wear CL are advised against CL wear during the treatment with azasite
MOA of lincomycin/clindamycin
Inhibit the bacterial protein synthesis by REVERSIBLY binding to the 50s subunit of the bacterial ribosome
Clinical indications of clindamycin/lincomycin
MRSA
Drugs for MRSA
Bacteria Can’t Decide
Bactrim (TMP-sulf)
Clindamycin
Doxycycline
Sulfonamide MOA
Inhibit dihydropteroate synthase, an enzyme that converts PABA to dihydrofolic acid as the first step of folic acid synthesis; these drugs are bacteriostatic agents that are RXed to treat gram + and gram - infections
Ophthalmic indications of sulfonamide
Rarely used topically
Side effects of topical sulfonamide
Burning, stinging, contact dermatitis, and local photosensitization
Systemic indications of sulfonamide
Sulfadiazine + pyrimethamine=toxo treatment
Sulfamethoxazole + trimethorpim=bactrim
Adverse effects of sulfonamides
Can cause kernicterus in infants due to bilirubin accumulation within the brain (they are contraindicated during pregnancy); they may also have a myopic shift in the patients refractive error. Topical and oral sulfonamides may also cause SJS
Trimethoprim and pyrimethamine MOA
Inhibit dihycrofolate reductase, an enzyme that converts dihydrofolic acid to tetrahydrofolic acid in the second step of folic acid synthesis
Trim reduces
Clinical indications of trimethoprim
Gram +/-, not as effective against pseudomonas
Combo with polymyxin B as polytrim
Indications of pyrimethamine
Given orally with sulfadi for toxoplasmosis
What is the best to use for bacterial conjunctivits in kids
Polytrim
Most potent ophthalmic ABX against MRSA
Trimethoprim and tobramycin
Besifoxacin and vancomycin also
Adverse effects of trimethoprim/pyrimethamine
Oral trimethoprim can cause bone marrow suppression, resulting in aplastic anemia, leukopenia, and granulocytopenia, pyrmethamine can have similar toxicity
MOA of FQs
Rapidly inhibit bacterial DNA synthesis by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase 4
2nd generation FQ
Cirpofloxacin
Ofloxacin
3rd generation FQs
Levofloxacin
4th generation FQs
Gatifloxacin
Moxifloxacin
Besifloxacin
Topical ophthalmic indications of FQs
Contact lens realted ulcers, corneal abrasions, and bacterial conjunctivitis
Systemic indications of FQs
Ciprofloxacin is RXed for gram - urinary and GI infections. Moxifloxacin is approved for the treatment of pneumonia, sinusitis, and intracranial-abdominal and skin infections
Adverse effects of FQs
ORAL fluroquinoLONES can hurt the attachment to your BONEs; causing tendinitis. Oral FQs are contraindicated in pregnancy, chidlren, and adolescents below the age of 18 due to damage in cartilage formation and inhibition of bone growth
Effectiveness of the differnt generations of FQs
There are 4 generations, 3 and 4 have been formulated with improved effectiveness against gram + infections, however these drugs continue to be potent against gram - bac as well
Topical FQs and kids
All of the TOPICAL (NEVER ORAL) FQs are approved for kids 1 year and older EXCEPT LEVOFLOXACIN
Bacteriostatic agents
Tetracyclines, trimethoprim, sulfacetamde, and to some degree, erythromycin
Bacteriocidal agents
PNS, Cephs, bacitracin, aminoglycosides, FQs
Number one symptom of TB
Night sweats
TB is caused by
Mycobacterium TB
Active TB
Treated with a combo therapy
Latent TB
Treated with isoniazid or rifampin monotherapy
Active TB treatment is
RIPE
- rifampin
- isoniazid
- ethambutol
Don’t need to know the P one
TB=RIPE Cheese
RIPE for the drugs
Cheese=caseous necrosis
MOA of rifampin
Prevents mRNA synthesis (transcription) by binding to the beta subunit of DNA dependent RNA POLYMERASE