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What is the primary mechanism of action of Erythromycin?
What is the primary mechanism of action of Erythromycin?
- Inhibits protein synthesis (correct)
- Inhibits nucleic acid synthesis
- Disrupts cell membrane function
- Inhibits cell wall synthesis
Which infection is Erythromycin not commonly used to treat?
Which infection is Erythromycin not commonly used to treat?
- Tonsillitis (correct)
- Chlamydial infections
- Acute diphtheria
- Legionnaires disease
What is a common gastrointestinal side effect of Erythromycin?
What is a common gastrointestinal side effect of Erythromycin?
- Hematemesis
- Constipation
- Flatulence
- Epigastric pain (correct)
Which demographic should avoid Erythromycin due to contraindications?
Which demographic should avoid Erythromycin due to contraindications?
What adverse cardiac effect can Erythromycin cause?
What adverse cardiac effect can Erythromycin cause?
Which medication does Erythromycin interfere with the metabolism of, potentially leading to toxicity?
Which medication does Erythromycin interfere with the metabolism of, potentially leading to toxicity?
How should Erythromycin be taken to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort?
How should Erythromycin be taken to avoid gastrointestinal discomfort?
Why should women using oral contraceptives use additional contraceptive methods while taking Erythromycin?
Why should women using oral contraceptives use additional contraceptive methods while taking Erythromycin?
How can Tetracyclines cause damage to the esophagus?
How can Tetracyclines cause damage to the esophagus?
Which adverse effect of Tetracyclines can impact the kidneys?
Which adverse effect of Tetracyclines can impact the kidneys?
What action should be taken to avoid Tetracycline's negative impact on birth control effectiveness?
What action should be taken to avoid Tetracycline's negative impact on birth control effectiveness?
Which symptom is a sign of hepatotoxicity caused by Tetracyclines?
Which symptom is a sign of hepatotoxicity caused by Tetracyclines?
Why should Tetracyclines be avoided during pregnancy?
Why should Tetracyclines be avoided during pregnancy?
What side effect of Tetracyclines necessitates the use of sunscreen?
What side effect of Tetracyclines necessitates the use of sunscreen?
How can Tetracyclines impact the absorption of milk products?
How can Tetracyclines impact the absorption of milk products?
Which formulation of Tetracycline is safe for kidneys?
Which formulation of Tetracycline is safe for kidneys?
To alleviate the side effect of GI discomfort caused by Tetracyclines, what action should be taken?
To alleviate the side effect of GI discomfort caused by Tetracyclines, what action should be taken?
