title: Common adverse effects of antibacterial agents on major organ systems.
abstract: Antibiotics contribute significantly to the management of the surgical patient. However, their potential for adverse effects, both toxic and allergic, must always be kept in mind. We have reviewed the major adverse reactions to antibiotics, so that side effects may be promptly recognized and treated. Armed with this information, the surgeon can more effectively utilize this valuable class of drugs for the benefit of the patient.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000707:Anaphylaxis / Q000139:chemically induced; D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents / Q000009:adverse effects*; D056486:Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury; D002675:Child, Preschool; D002701:Chloramphenicol / Q000009:adverse effects; D003875:Drug Eruptions / Q000209:etiology; D004342:Drug Hypersensitivity / Q000209:etiology; D005260:Female; D005767:Gastrointestinal Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced; D006402:Hematologic Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced; D006801:Humans; D007223:Infant; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007674:Kidney Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced; D008171:Lung Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced; D008875:Middle Aged; D009422:Nervous System Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced; D011247:Pregnancy; D012871:Skin Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced
chemical_list: D000900:Anti-Bacterial Agents; D002701:Chloramphenicol