Macrolides

Question 1

Examples of Macrolides

Answer 1

• Azithromycin (OD)
• Clarithromycin (BD)
• Erythromycin (QDS)

Question 2

How often should you take macrolides for COPD patients

Answer 2

3x a week

Question 3

When are Macrolides cautioned in

Answer 3

Myasthenia Gravis (muscle weekness)

Question 4

Side effects of Macrolides

Answer 4

• Hepatotoxicity
• Ototoxicity
• GI Disturbances
• QT prolongation

Question 5

Interactions of Macrolides

Answer 5

• do not give with CYP substrates
• do not give with hypokalaemia drugs
• do not give with medication that increase QT interval