MoA: Induces bactericidal effects by binding to bacteria with a beta-lactam ring. Resists beta-lactamase destruction.
Indications: Gram(+,-) Bacteria, Pneumonia, Anaerobic Bacteria, Surgery Prophylaxis
Contraindications: Penicillin Allergy
Side Effects: Headache, GI Distress
Drug Interactions: Orange Juice, Grapefruit Juice, Alcohol
Nursing Implications:
- Take medication with water, increase daily water intake, and take this medication with food.
- Educate the patient to avoid alcohol consumption due to increased risk of Disulfiram (Antabuse) Reaction.
- Monitor for GI distress as Clostridium Difficile (C.diff) can occur when taking antibiotics.
- Take the full antibiotic course to decrease risk of antibiotic resistance.
