Antibiotics
This antibiotic class is often used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs) and works by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis.
What are penicillins?
This type of insulin is rapid-acting, starts to work within 15 minutes, peaks in about 1 hour, and lasts for 2 to 4 hours. It's often taken just before meals to control postprandial blood sugar spikes.
What is insulin lispro (or insulin aspart)?
This medication is used to prevent blood clots in patients with atrial fibrillation, deep vein thrombosis, or a history of stroke.
What is Warfarin
This antibiotic, commonly prescribed for respiratory infections, belongs to the macrolide class and includes side effects such as gastrointestinal upset and potential QT interval prolongation.
What is azithromycin (or erythromycin)?
This long-acting insulin provides a consistent level of insulin throughout the day, with no peak, and can last up to 24 hours.
What is insulin glargine (or insulin detemir)?
This class of medications, often prescribed for hypertension and arrhythmias, works by blocking calcium channels, which relaxes blood vessels and decreases heart rate.
What are calcium channel blockers (e.g., amlodipine, diltiazem)?
This broad-spectrum antibiotic class is effective against a wide variety of bacteria and is commonly used to treat skin infections, pneumonia, and some STDs.
What are cephalosporins?
Cephalexin and ceftriaxone
This intermediate-acting insulin has a duration of 12 to 18 hours and is typically taken twice daily to control blood sugar between meals and overnight.
What is NPH insulin?
This type of medication is often used to treat heart failure by increasing the force of heart contractions, improving symptoms like shortness of breath and fatigue.
What are cardiac glycosides (e.g., digoxin)?
This antibiotic, used for serious infections like MRSA, is given intravenously and may cause "red man syndrome" if infused too quickly.
What is vancomycin?
This combination insulin contains both a rapid-acting and an intermediate-acting insulin in a single injection, providing both quick and long-lasting effects.
What is Humalog 70/30 (or Novolog 70/30)?
This class of medications is commonly prescribed to lower blood pressure by blocking the effects of angiotensin II, which causes blood vessels to constrict.
What are angiotensin-converting enzyme inhibitors (ACE inhibitors) (e.g., lisinopril, enalapril)?
This antibiotic works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis and is used for treating infections like tuberculosis and community-acquired pneumonia. It has potential side effects such as ototoxicity and nephrotoxicity.
What is aminoglycosides (e.g., gentamicin, tobramycin)?
This essential practice involves regularly changing the infusion set and insulin reservoir, typically every 2 to 3 days, to prevent infection, ensure proper insulin delivery, and avoid clogged tubing.
What is insulin pump site rotation (or changing the infusion set)?
This class of drugs is commonly prescribed to reduce cholesterol levels by inhibiting HMG-CoA reductase, an enzyme involved in cholesterol production in the liver.
What are statins (e.g., atorvastatin, simvastatin)?