Aminoglycosides Flashcards
1
Q
Aminoglycosides are ______ spectrum
A
broad
2
Q
aminoglycosides are contradicted for use in what two classes of animals
A
Food-producing animals
Animals with renal insufficiency
3
Q
two serious adverse effects of aminoglycosides
A
nephrotoxicity (kidney)
ototoxicity (ear)
4
Q
how should you not mix aminoglycosides
A
do NOT mix in syringes with other drugs
5
Q
how is gentamycin administered to cats and dogs
A
topical - eye drops, ear drops
6
Q
how is amikacin adminstered
A
parental
7
Q
which aminoglycoside is the most neurotoxic
A
neomycin
8
Q
how is neomycin administered
A
topically or oral
