tetracyclines Flashcards
1
Q
names
A
-tetracycline
-doxycycline (atridox)
-minocycline (arestin)
-demeclocycline (declomycin)
2
Q
action
A
bacteriostatic (slow growing)
inhibits bacterial protein synthesis
3
Q
uses
A
-skin and soft tissue infection
-severe acne
-rocky mountain spotted fever
-H. pylori
4
Q
side effects
A
-Gi distress
-stomatitis
-skin rashes
-photosensitivity
5
Q
contraindications
A
-known allergy
-lactation
6
Q
nursing considerations
A
- sunblock and sunscreen
-oral contraceptives ineffective
-take on empty stomach w water
-tooth discoloration
-dont give to children under 9
-sit up for 30 min after admin
-avoid calcium/dairy
