Drugs for Resistant Bacterial Strains



Drugs for Resistant Bacterial Strains















Table 9-1 Drugs for Resistant Bacterial Strains















Prototype Drug


Related Drugs


Drug Classification


linezolid (Zyvox)


There are no related drugs at this time.


Oxazolidinone


quinupristin/dalfopristin (Synercid)


There are no related drugs at this time.


Streptogramin



DRUGS FOR RESISTANT BACTERIAL STRAINS CLIENT TEACHING


Linezolid (Zyvox)



  • Oral form can be taken with or without food.


  • Tryamine containing foods need to be limited to <100.0 mg/meal.


  • Do not breast-feed.


  • Avoid caffeine and alcohol.


  • Consult with physician before taking any over-the-counter drug as there are many interactions.

Oct 21, 2016 | Posted by in NURSING | Comments Off on Drugs for Resistant Bacterial Strains

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