Skin and burn meds Flashcards
(3 cards)
1
Q
Silver sulfadiazine
A
treats and prevents wound infections
for 2nd or 3rd degree burns
2
Q
Metronidazole
A
-protozoan
purpose: broad spectrum with bactericidal activity against anaerobic orgs
use: protozoal infections, prophylaxis in surgery (vaginal, colorectal, abdominal), H. pylori treatment
3
Q
Silver nitrate
A
cauterizes, wound care (helps heal), wart
removal, etc.
