Aminoglycoside's

Question 1

What are Aminoglycoside’s?

Answer 1

Gentamicin, Amikacin, Streptomycin, Tobramycin

Question 2

What are the side effects of Aminoglycoside’s?

Answer 2

SE: Ototoxicity, nephrotoxicity, tinnitus, photosensitivity, GI distress, C-diff, neurotoxicity

Question 3

What are the nsg for Aminoglycoside’s?

Answer 3

Nsg: Peak: 30 min- 1 hour AFTER infusion
Troughs: ≤ 30 min before 4th dose
Monitor renal function
Increased r/f ototoxicity w/loops, nephrotoxicity w/ NSAID's, cephalosporins
Monitor if pt is taking w/PCN, warfarin