Side/ Adverse: Antibactrials

Question 1

• Cross reaction with cephalosporin allergy
• Coagulation abnormalities at high doses
• Administration: Do not give orally with citric or grapefruit juice.

Answer 1

Penicillin

Question 2

• Nephrotoxicity in patent with renal disease
• Caution use in persons allergic to cephalosporins or to other beta-lactamase inhibitors).

Answer 2

Penicillin’s with a β-Lactamase Inhibitor

Question 3

same as for penicillin with the addition of the potential for a severe reaction if the patient consumes alcohol.

Answer 3

Cephalosporins

Question 4

Photosensitivity (sunburn easily); hypoglycemia. CNS effects, tendonitis

black box warning

Answer 4

Fluoroquinolones

Question 5

Nephrotoxicity; Neurotoxic; Ototoxicity

black box warning

Answer 5

Aminoglycosides