Amoxicillin Flashcards
1
Q
drug classification
A
penicillin derivative
2
Q
used to treat
A
gram positive bacteria infections
streptococcal bacteria causing upper respiratory tract infections
3
Q
brand names
A
respillin
4
Q
mechanism of action
A
competitively inhibits PBP 1
no cross Linkage of D-ala-D-ala chains on bacterial cell walls
autolytic enzymes unable to repair cell wall
bactericidal action
5
Q
administration
A
oral capsules or liquid suspension
6
Q
side effects
A
nausea
diarrhoea
