monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)
these have been generally replaced with what because they are safer and have less side effects
antidepressants
may contribute to bleeding tendencies if combined with what particularly?
oral anticoagulants
antibiotics are among the most?
commonly prescribed medications in the US
these inhibit growth of and kill bacteria?
susceptible bacteria and kills in sufficiently high concentrations
what interacts with these causing elevated BP?
food
who is more prone to problems when taking this?
persons with diabetes and pregnant/lactating women
common side effects of antibiotics are?
nausea/vomiting , diarrhea , anorexia , abdominal pain , rash , photosensitivity , headache , dizziness
these are most effective against gram-positive organisms like?
streptococci , staphylococci, and pneumococci
what are some fermented foods causing reactions?
apple cider vinegar,wine,chocolate,yogurt,alcohol,aged cheese
if taken with hormone replacements or hormonal contraceptives what can happen?
adverse reactions
an antibiotic is?
an anti-infective agent used to treat infection, chemical compound specifically used to treat bacterial infections, any med that acts as an antimicrobial agent
these are active against some gram-negative organisms like?
gonococci ,meningococci , and organism that causes syphilis
these interact with what inhibitors?
SSRI,SNRIs
can interact or cause overdose with?
antidepressants or other psychiatric medications
factors that influence effectiveness of antibiotic?
water soluble,diffuse readily into body tissue,not cause adverse reactions,shouldnt affect flora,should be well absorbed by GI tract,not be antagonistic
what do healthcare providers order to determine which antibiotic and why?
culture and sensitivity to determine specific microorganism causing infection and which med would be most effective