Infection - Quinolones Flashcards
1
Q
examples of quinolones
A
- ciprofloxacin
- delafloxacin
- levofloxacin
- moxifloxacin
- ofloxacin
2
Q
what can quinolones cause and need to be used in caution with?
A
- lower seizure threshold avoid in epilepsy
- psychotic disorders
- tendon disorders
- hypersen reactions
- sunlight and UV radition lower exposure
- impair driving
3
Q
quinolones MHRA
A
- tendinitis
- small risk of aneuroysm and dissection
- small heart valve quinolones
- risk of suicidal thoughts and behaviour
4
Q
what age is there a higher chance of quinolones + tendinitis
A
- higher in 60+
- stop and seek advice if suspected
5
Q
quinolones + aneursym symptoms?
A
sudden onset severe abdominal chest and back pain
6
Q
quinolones + small heart valve regurgitation symptoms
A
- SoB
- peripheral
- new heart palpations
- odema
7
Q
cautions of quinolones?
A
- QT prolongation
- myasthenia gravis
- arthropathy in children and teens
- perforated tympanic membrane (ear)
8
Q
interactions of quinolones
food and drugs
A
- avoid dairy products + mineral fortified drinks = lower absorption
- drugs that cause QT prolongation
- lowers seizure threshold (NSAIDs and ibuprofen)
