ABX tips

Question 1

TMP/SMX (bactrim)

Answer 1

avoid use with ace or arb due to hyperkalemia risk

Question 2

Amoxicillin

Answer 2

Vulnerable to destruction by beta-lactamase

Question 3

Azithromycin

Answer 3

QT prolongation risk, particularly in individuals with high CVD

Question 4

Moxifloxacin

Answer 4

use associated with tendon rupture risk, especially those on corticosteroids

Question 5

Has less than 1 % cross-allergy risk with penicillin

Answer 5

Cefpodoxime