Pharmacology 101.Chapter. 6 Pharm study guide. 100% comprehension and mastery
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Ch. 6
Sulfonamides are commonly called sulfa drugs
Ex: of Sulfonamides include: Sulfadiazine, sulfisoxazole, sulfamethizole
They are often used to control infections caused by both gram-positive and gram negative bacteria, such as E-coli,
Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella and Entero...
sulfonamides are commonly called sulfa drugs ex of sulfonamides include sulfadiazine
sulfamethizole they are often used to control infections caused by both gram positive and gra
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Pharmacology 101.Chapter. 6 Pharm study guide. 100% comprehension and mastery
Ch. 6
Sulfonamides are commonly called sulfa drugs
Ex: of Sulfonamides include: Sulfadiazine, sulfisoxazole, sulfamethizole
They are often used to control infections caused by both gram-positive and gram negative bacteria, such as E-coli,
Staphylococcus aureus and Klebsiella and Enterobacter species
Uses: UTI, acute otitis media, ulcerative colitis.
Mafenide (Sulfamylon) and silver sulfadiazine (Silvadene) are topical sulfonamides used in the treatment and
prevention of infections in second and third degree burns.
Gastrointestinal System Reactions:
Nausea, vomiting, anorexia, diarrhea, abdominal pain, stomatitis, chills, fever, crystalluria, photosensitivity
The most frequent adverse seen with topical application of a sulfonamide is a burning sensation or pain when the drug
is applied to the skin
Other possible allergic reactions include: rash, itching, edema and urticaria
Don’t take if younger than 2 years of age!
If sulfonamides are used with a pt with a renal impairment, hepatic impairment, or bronchial asthma it can make the
condition worse
Interacting drugs:
Oral Anticoagulants- Common use: Blood thinner; prevent clot formation. Effect of interaction: Increased action of the
anticoagulant
Methotrexate: Common Use: Immunosuppressant and chemotherapy.
Effect of interaction: Increased bone marrow suppression
Hydantoins: Common use: Anticonvulsants. Effect of Interaction: Increased serum hydantoin level
Nursing Diagnosis include:
Impaired urinary elimination
Impaired skin integrity related to burns
Impaired skin integrity related to allergic reaction or photosensitivity
Risks for secondary infection related to lowered WBCs
Pt teaching: Take the drug at prescribed time intervals
Drink 6-8 oz glasses of fluid while taking these drugs and take each does with a full glass of water
Do not increase or omit the dose
Complete the entire course of treatment
Follow directions
Do not break, chew, or crush extended-release meds
Avoid exposure to sunlight or ultraviolet light
Notify physician if condition gets worse
Sulfadiazine: This drug should be administered at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal
Penicillin may be used to treat infections such as:
UTIs
Septicemia
Meningitis
Intra-abdominal infections
Sexually transmitted infections (syphilis)
Pneumonia and other respiratory infections
Adverse reactions:
Glossitis (inflammation of the tongue)
Stomatitis (inflammation of the mouth)
Gastritis
Nausea
Vomiting
Diarrhea, abdominal pain
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