Drug Doctor’s Mechanism of Action Indications Contraindications Effects Nursing Considerations

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Generic Dosage: Bind with 50s  Induce gastric Hypersensitivity to the Therapeutic Effects: Independent:
Name: 250mg IV ribosomal subunit emptying to clear drug Bacteriostatic action - Assess patient for infection before and
Erythromycin the stomach of against susceptible bacteria during therapy
residual blood Hepatic dysfunction - Administer the drug completely as
Inhibit peptide-bond pooling and clots directed
formation Alcohol intolerance - Monitor for nausea, vomiting, and
Brand Name: Frequency: Side Effects: severe abdominal pain.
Bacteriostatic effect
Erythrocin OD x 1 day
Nausea Patient Teaching:
Abdominal cramping - Instruct patient to finish the medication
Vomiting as directed
Phlebitis - Advice patient to report signs of super
Ototoxicity infection
- Monitor if fever and diarrhea occur
Date ordered: especially if stool contains blood, pus, or
mucus. 
May 6, 2021 - Report any ototoxic effects including
dizziness, vertigo, nausea, tinnitus,
Classification: Adverse Effects: roaring noises, hearing impairment
Macrolide Epigastric distress
antibiotic Cholestatic jaundice Dependent:
Ototoxicity - Discontinue the medication if signs of
QTC prolongation superinfection occur as ordered.
Ventricular arrythmias
Torsades de pointes Collaborative:
Ventricular arrhythmias - Coordinate with the laboratory
technician for periodically monitoring
 the hepatic and renal function test