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| common uses for metronidazole: |
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Definition
| Anaerobic infections below diaphragm, acne and vaginal infections |
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| metronidazole spectrum of activity: |
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Definition
1. Anaerobes
2. Protozoa
3. C. Diff |
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| contraindications to metronidazole: |
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Definition
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| metronidazole good for CNS absorption? |
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Definition
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Definition
1. empiric G+ coverage (MRSA & Enterococcus)
2. Neutropenic Fever
3. C Diff |
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Definition
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| what is the only indication for oral Vancomycin? |
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Definition
| C. diff; Vanc has poor absorption & w C diff you want the Rx to stay in the bowel |
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| IV & Oral dose for vancomycin: |
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Definition
IV: 15mg/kg q12h
Oral: 125mg/kg q6h |
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| 3 adverse effects of Vancomycin: |
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Definition
1. BM
2. Red man syndrome
3. Nephrotox |
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