Beta-lactam Cephalosporins (cef-) Flashcards

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Examples

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Cefuroxime
Cefotaxime
Ceftriaxone

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MoA

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Penicillin-binding protein
Antagonist
Inhibits transpeptidase enzyme activity
Preventing catalysis of NAMA-NAG peptide cross-linking during cell wall formation

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Indications

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Bacterial meningitis

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ADR

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Nephrotoxicity
Alcohol intolerance
Hypersensitivity 
Stevens-Johnson's
Toxic epidermal necrolysis
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Prescribing Advice

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Parenteral

More susceptible to beta-lactamases

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