Trimethoprim Flashcards
1
Q
What is the mechanism of action of trimethoprim
A
Stops bacteria from making folic acid
2
Q
What is trimethoprim’s main use
A
UTI
** can be used in resp.tract infections
3
Q
What coverage does trimethoprim have
A
Gram Positive Cocci
Gram Negative Bacilli
4
Q
Name 5 examples that trimethoprim has on bacteria
A
MRSA
Streptococcus
E.coli
Proteus
Klebsiella
5
Q
What is a big contraindication in trimethoprim
A
Blood dyscrasias
6
Q
WHat drug interacts with trimethoprim
A
Warfarin
7
Q
can pregnant women take trimethoprim?
A
No - teratogenic in 1st trimester