Administration of Prophylactic Medication: Causes & Reasons

Possible Causes for Administration of Prophylactic Medication

High resistance in the surgical wards could be the result of nursing practices or unnecessary prophylactic administration of antibiotics, both of which should be further evaluated [doi.org]

Patients at high risk for a resistant nosocomial infection (e.g., cancer patients, immunosupressed patients) are usually in medical wards. [doi.org]

Zanamivir

Review Zanamivir S L Waghorn et al. Drugs. 1998 May. Abstract Zanamivir is the first of a new class of selective influenza virus neuraminidase inhibitors. It inhibits both influenza A and influenza B virus replication in vitro. In the ferret model of influenza, zanamivir reduced viral replication and diminished pyrexia[…] [pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Sulfamethoxazole-Trimethoprim

Drug information provided by: IBM Micromedex US Brand Name Bactrim Bactrim DS Septra Septra DS SMZ-TMP Pediatric Sulfatrim Sulfatrim Pediatric Canadian Brand Name Apo-Sulfatrim Novo-Trimel Nu-Cotrimox Septa Pediatric Septra Pediatric Suspension Descriptions Sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim combination is used to[…] [mayoclinic.org]

Sulfisoxazole

Formula: C11H13N3O3S Molecular weight: 267.304 IUPAC Standard InChI: InChI=1S/C11H13N3O3S/c1-7-8(2)13-17-11(7)14-18(15,16)10-5-3-9(12)4-6-10/h3-6,14H,12H2,1-2H3 IUPAC Standard InChIKey: NHUHCSRWZMLRLA-UHFFFAOYSA-N CAS Registry Number: 127-69-5 Chemical structure: This structure is also available as a 2d Mol file or as a[…] [webbook.nist.gov]

Penicillin G

Benzylpenicillin Ball and stick model.[1] Legend: Blue=nitrogen; red=oxygen; yellow=sulfur grey=carbon and carbon bonds; white=hydrogen. Clinical data Trade names Pfizerpen, other Other names Penicillin G potassium,[2] penicillin G sodium AHFS/Drugs.com International Drug Names MedlinePlus a685013 Pregnancy category AU:[…] [en.wikipedia.org]

Bicyclomycin

Bicyclomycin is a polar metabolite first isolated from Streptomyces sapporonensis in 1972. The selective Gram negative profile of bicyclomycin is rare among Streptomyces metabolites. Bicyclomycin is soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMF and DMSO. Mechanism of Action The primary site of action for bicyclomycin is thought to[…] [toku-e.com]

Chronic Gouty Nephropathy

This generally can be avoided with the co-administration of prophylactic medications (steroids, colchicine, NSAIDs) along with the uric acid lowering therapy. [hopkinsarthritis.org]

Adult Idiopathic Neutropenia

[…] of prophylactic medications and hospital admission. [cureus.com]

Such a scenario creates a severe risk of infections due to the associated lack of immunity, raising important questions regarding specific criteria for the administration [cureus.com]

Sacral Fracture

Patients are usually treated with prophylactic administration of anti-clotting medications (Heparin). [pathologies.lexmedicus.com.au]

Idiopathic Neutropenia

[…] of prophylactic medications and hospital admission. [cureus.com]

Such a scenario creates a severe risk of infections due to the associated lack of immunity, raising important questions regarding specific criteria for the administration [cureus.com]

Animal Bite

In 10/14 cases, hospitalization was necessitated in spite of prophylactic or therapeutic administration of oral antibiotics. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

The main principles of care include: early medical management including wound cleansing; prophylactic antibiotics to decrease infection risk; rabies post-exposure treatment [who.int]

10-y period, patients hospitalized with Pasteurella-induced cat or dog bite-associated wound infection were analysed retrospectively with regard to preceding antibiotic medication [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Hemothorax

Prophylactic subcutaneous administration of enoxaparin 40 milligrams was initiated upon hospitalization. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

She had a history of 7 years of asthma and was non-adherent with her controller asthma medications. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Anterior Cerebral Artery Occlusion

however prophylactic use of these drugs are not recommended.[21] Complications related to IV alteplase administration are intracranial hemorrhage and angioedema. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] transfer of patients at risk to an institution with neurosurgical expertise should be considered.[21] Recurrent seizure after stroke should receive therapy with anti-seizure medications [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Neonatal Isoimmune Neutropenia

[…] of prophylactic medications and hospital admission. [cureus.com]

Such a scenario creates a severe risk of infections due to the associated lack of immunity, raising important questions regarding specific criteria for the administration [cureus.com]

Endogenous Depression

Course of endogenous affective psychoses and its modification by prophylactic administration of imipramine and lithium. International Pharmacopsychiatry, 2, 1 – 11. [journals.cambridge.org]

British Medical Journal, 4, 764 – 768. Angst, J., Dittrich, A., and Grof, P. ( 1969 a). [journals.cambridge.org]

Status Asthmaticus

Prophylactic subcutaneous administration of enoxaparin 40 milligrams was initiated upon hospitalization. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

She had a history of 7 years of asthma and was non-adherent with her controller asthma medications. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Shigella Enteritis

Prophylactic antibiotics are not recommended for contacts. [emedicine.medscape.com]

However, the risk of HUS caused by E coli O157-H7 may be increased with the early administration of antibiotics. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Antidiarrheal medications (diphenoxylate hydrochloride with atropine [Lomotil] or loperamide [Imodium]) should not be used because of the risk of prolonging the illness. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Atrial Fibrillation

medication. [circ.ahajournals.org]

(Level of Evidence: B) Class IIb Prophylactic administration of sotalol may be considered for patients at risk of developing AF following cardiac surgery. [circ.ahajournals.org]

(Level of Evidence: B) In patients who relapse to AF after successful cardioversion, it can be useful to repeat the procedure following prophylactic administration of antiarrhythmic [circ.ahajournals.org]

Osteoarthritis of the Hip

Heterotopic ossification (HO) risk can be minimized with prophylactic administration of anti-inflammatory medications for 6 weeks: celecoxib (400 mg/day) or indomethacin [plasticsurgerykey.com]

Diffuse Brain Injury

Prophylactic antibiotic administration while a ventricular catheter is in place and the routine exchange of ventricular catheters do not improve outcomes [ 9, 10 ]. [oapublishinglondon.com]

Patients should also receive medications to prevent stress ulcers [ 9 ]. [oapublishinglondon.com]

Lymphoproliferative Syndrome 1

[…] of antibiotic medications (prophylactic antibiotic therapy) and/or intravenous gammaglobulin therapy. [rarediseases.org]

[…] individuals who are diagnosed with XLP subsequent to EBV exposure, treatment may include therapies to help prevent opportunistic infections associated with XLP such as the administration [rarediseases.org]

Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome

administration; Circulatory care Planning and implementation Collaborative Upon assessment of a pattern of heavy drinking, the patient is often placed on prophylactic benzodiazepines [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

These medications are particularly important if the patient develops early signs of withdrawal, such as irritability, anxiety, tremors, restlessness, confusion, mild hypertension [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

[…] status; Cardiac pump effectiveness; Hydration; Nutrition management; Nutrition therapy Interventions Fluid/electrolyte management; Fluid monitoring; Shock management: Volume; Medication [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Labile Hypertension

In patients who repeatedly experience marked and problematic BP elevation when presenting for medical or surgical procedures, intravenous administration of an anxiolytic agent [onlinelibrary.wiley.com]

A prophylactic regimen consisting of an α‐ and a β‐blocker (any standard β‐blocker given in combination with an α‐blocker, such as doxazosin (0.5–1 mg daily or twice a day [onlinelibrary.wiley.com]

Pneumocystosis Jirovecii Pneumonia

medication adherence, ensuring proper medication administration, and monitoring for potential side effects of therapy. [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Such medication may also be used prophylactically in patients pertaining to any risk group. [symptoma.com]

Experts also highlight the critical role that nurses and other primary care providers play in educating families about the importance of preventing PCP, encouraging prophylactic [medical-dictionary.thefreedictionary.com]

Traveler's Diarrhea

However, commercially sold preparations of bovine colostrum are marketed as dietary supplements that are not Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved for medical indications [wwwnc.cdc.gov]

Prophylactic Antibiotics Although prophylactic antibiotics can prevent some TD, the emergence of antimicrobial resistance has made the decision of how and when to use antibiotic [wwwnc.cdc.gov]

Non-Small Cell Lung Carcinoma

Consider prophylactic administration of retinoids, such as beta-carotene. [emedicine.com]

For patient education information, see the Cancer and Tumors Center, as well as Lung Cancer, Bronchoscopy, and Understanding Lung Cancer Medications. [emedicine.com]

Hereditary Factor XIII Deficiency

Food and Drug and Administration (FDA) approved Corifact (FXIII Concentrate) for the routine prophylactic treatment of congenital factor XIII deficiency. [rarediseases.org]

The decision to undergo prophylactic therapy in factor XIII deficiency is made after careful consultation with a patient’s medical team. In 2011, the U.S. [rarediseases.org]

Subdural Hematoma

[…] prior to admission; 4) medical information: presence of coagulopathy on initial assessment and within the first 24 hours after admission, and administration of blood-thinning [thejns.org]

The administration of this drug was associated with three non‐serious dermatological reactions. [doi.org]

medication postadmission (prophylactic anticoagulation, therapeutic anticoagulation, or antiplatelet medication); 5) any other neurosurgical interventions (excluding external [thejns.org]

Hip Fracture

Prophylactic Administration of Beta-Adrenergic Blockers in Patients at Risk for Myocardial Ischemia. [dx.doi.org]

Medical Care, 30, 615-629. http://dx.doi.org/10.1097/00005650-199207000-00004 [ 9 ] Urban, M.K., Markoqitz, S.M., Gordon, M.A., Urquhart, B.L. and Kligfield, P. (2000) Post-Operative [dx.doi.org]

Paralytic Ileus

Gastrointestinal Motility Medication after Spinal Operation. ( 26446646 ) Oh C.H....Kim Y.J. 2015 32 Perioperative administration of Daikenchuto (TJ-100) reduces the postoperative [malacards.org]

[…] safety of low-dose celecoxib in reducing post-operative paralytic ileus after major abdominal surgery. ( 26780018 ) Raju D.P....Wattchow D.A. 2015 31 Paralytic Ileus and Prophylactic [malacards.org]