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Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxalone
Antibiotic
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Medical
Undergraduate 3
11/19/2014

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Mechanism of action
Definition
Inhibits folic acid production
Term
Used to treat....
Definition
different types of infection caused by bacteria
Term
Common Adverse effect
Definition
Nausea, Vomiting, hypersensitivity
Term
Nursing Considerations
Definition
Maintain fluid intake
Monitor for asthma/ allergies
Obtain drug history/ allergies
Monitor CBC and bleeding times
Term
Contraindicated in patients with:
Definition
Severe liver or kidney disease or anemia
Term
Can it be used in pregnancy?
Definition
No, it is pregnancy category D
Term
Age sulfa can be given:
Definition
>2 months
Term
How long do I take the prescription?
Definition
For the full length of treatment explained by doctor. Do not stop early even if symptoms resolve.
Term
Avoid exposure to:
Definition
Excessive sunlight or tanning beds
Term
Call your doctor if you have:
Definition
diarrhea that is watery or bloody
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Average length of treatment:
Definition
14 to 21 days
Term
Brand Names:
Definition
Bactrim, Septra
Term
Classification:
Definition
Urinary tract anti-infective
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Prototype:
Definition
Trimethoprim
Term
Availability:
Definition
tablet, suspension, solution for injection
Term
Oral administration:
Definition
Give with a full glass of desired fluid
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Diagnostic test interference:
Definition
serum creatinine, bilirubin, alkaline phosphate and transaminase
Term
Drug interactions:
Definition
oral anticoagulants
Term
Sulfa is the ________chemical substances systematically used to treat and prevent bacterial infections in humans
Definition
First
Term
How is this drug used in connection with burns?
Definition
prevents infections of burns
Term
Treatment of certain forms of…
Definition
Malaria
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Serious side effects may be more likely in ________ especially those who take other medications such as digoxin or certain diuretics.
Definition
Older adults
Term
This antibiotic can cause super high levels of _______.
Definition
potassium (hyperkalemia)
Term
How do I properly store this?
Definition
Room temperature away from moisture, heat, and direct light. Keep from freezing.
Term
If Dose is Missed:
Definition
Take as soon as possible,unless it is almost time for next dose, then skip missed dose. Do not double doses.
Term
Overdose symptoms:
Definition
Nausea, vomiting, anorexia, headache, dizziness, mental depression, confusion, and bone marrow depression
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Labs to monitor:
Definition
Monitor lab tests: Baseline and periodic urinalysis, CBC with differential, platelet count, BUN and creatinine
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