level: Aminoglycoside Side Effects
Questions and Answers List
level questions: Aminoglycoside Side Effects
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Nephrotoxicity of Aminoglycosides is due to accumulation of aminoglycosides in __ | proximal tubular cells of the kidney |
| Most Nephrotoxic Aminoglycoside: __ followed by __ & __ | Neomycin, Gentamicin, Tobramycin |
| Vestibular | Gentamicin and Tobramycin |
| Auditory | Amikacin and Kanamycin |
| All aminoglycosides reduce release of __ | ACH |
| Should be used cautiously in patients receiving aminoglycosides | Neuromuscular blockers |
| Produces high blood levels and adds to the action of the neuromuscular blockers | Rapid absorption from the peritoneum / pleura |