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Which of the following antibiotics would not likely be given to a 4-year-old child who requires antibiotic therapy, because of its effect on developing teeth?
 
  a. Penicillin
  b. Tetracycline
  c. Cephalosporin
  d. Beta-lactamase

Question 2

A patient is being prescribed a cephalosporin for the treatment of a respiratory infection. Which of the following ingredients commonly found in over-the-counter products should the patient be instructed to avoid while taking this antibiotic?
 
  a. Alcohol
  b. Acetaminophen
  c. Insulin
  d. Pseudoephedrine


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Reply #1 on: Jul 23, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Tetracyclines bind to calcium in bones and teeth, resulting in yellow or brown discoloration of permanent teeth if taken between the ages of 4 months and 8 years.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
The patient should avoid products containing alcohol because this will cause a disulfiram-like re-action in the patient.


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