Sulfonamides

Question 1

“Sulfa”

Answer 1

Sulfonamides

Question 2

actions of Sulfonamides

Answer 2

• bacteriostatic
• competitively antagonize paraminobenzoic acid
• essential component of folic acid synthesis causing cell death

Question 3

indications of Sulfonamides

Answer 3

• ulcerative colitis
• Chohn’s dz
• conjunctivitis
• meningitis
• toxoplasmosis
• UTIs
• RA

Question 4

side effects of Sulfonamides

Answer 4

• peripheral neuropathy
• crystaluria, proteinuriaa
• photosensitivity
• GI upset
• stomatitis
• hypersensitivity rxns

Question 5

nursing considerations of Sulfonamides

Answer 5

• C&S before therapy
• take on an empty stomach with full glass of water
• take around the clock
• encourage fluids
• protect from light
• good mouth care