Nr566 stuvia 2024 - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Indication for Azithromycin - ANSWER antibiotic for bacterial infections Use for Azithromycin - ANSWER Macrolide Antibiotic used for uncomplicated urethral, cervical, or rectal infections in adults or adolescents such as: Chlamydia, Gonorrhea, Urethritis, Canchroid Uses for Erythromycin - ANSWER bacterial infections such as chlamydial infections (urethritis, cervicitis) and for pneumonia caused by Mycobacterium pneumoniae. prevent conjunctivitis in newborns

Biophosphonates - ANSWER Inhibit normal & abnormal bone resorption which increases bone mineral density. GI & esophageal irritation. Caution: Renal impairment, HF, liver disease & GI problems. Insulin dosing - ANSWER 0.3 to 0.5 units/KG/day in divided doses Lowers glucose 20-60 mg/dl Lower needs during honeymoon phase or physical activity

Kava Adverse Effects - ANSWER hepatotoxicity Ginkgo Biloba Adverse Effects - ANSWER stomach upset, headache, dizziness, vertigo, possible seizures and fatalities if you eat the seeds St. Johns Wort Adverse Effects - ANSWER insomnia, vivid dreams, restlessness, anxiety, agitation, irritability, abdominal pain, dry mouth, headache