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Which of the following is a serious side effect associated with macrolide use?
Which of the following is a serious side effect associated with macrolide use?
- Nasal congestion
- Muscle cramps
- Hearing loss (correct)
- Skin rash
What type of drugs may have severe interactions with macrolides due to their protein-bound nature?
What type of drugs may have severe interactions with macrolides due to their protein-bound nature?
- Anticoagulants (correct)
- Bronchodilators
- Laxatives
- Antihistamines
Which common side effect is associated with macrolide use?
Which common side effect is associated with macrolide use?
- Palpitations (correct)
- Increased appetite
- Joint pain
- Blurred vision
Which of the following drugs can cause severe interactions with macrolides due to their protein-bound nature?
Which of the following drugs can cause severe interactions with macrolides due to their protein-bound nature?
What condition was associated with higher incidence and prevalence in a study related to macrolide use?
What condition was associated with higher incidence and prevalence in a study related to macrolide use?
What type of antiarrhythmics are associated with prolonged QTc when interacting with macrolides?
What type of antiarrhythmics are associated with prolonged QTc when interacting with macrolides?
Which of the following drugs is known to be highly protein-bound and can cause severe interactions with macrolides?
Which of the following drugs is known to be highly protein-bound and can cause severe interactions with macrolides?
What potential serious side effect is associated with macrolide use?
What potential serious side effect is associated with macrolide use?
Which type of antiarrhythmics are associated with prolonged QTc when interacting with macrolides?
Which type of antiarrhythmics are associated with prolonged QTc when interacting with macrolides?
Study Notes
Macrolide Side Effects and Interactions
- A serious side effect associated with macrolide use is prolonged QTc.
Macrolide Interactions
- Protein-bound drugs may have severe interactions with macrolides due to their protein-bound nature.
- Examples of drugs that can cause severe interactions with macrolides due to their protein-bound nature include:
- Warfarin
- Digoxin
- Verapamil
- Antiarrhythmics associated with prolonged QTc when interacting with macrolides include:
- Class IA and Class III antiarrhythmics
Macrolide Side Effects
- A common side effect associated with macrolide use is gastrointestinal disturbances.
Macrolide-Associated Condition
- A study found a higher incidence and prevalence of Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI) associated with macrolide use.
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Test your knowledge of macrolide antibiotics like Zithromax and erythromycin with this quiz. Learn about their protein-binding properties, absorption, and potential interactions with other drugs. Discover the common and serious side effects, as well as interactions with medications like warfarin and class III antiarrhythmics.
