26)Antibiotics Flashcards
1
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NOTE!!!
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For each classification use knowledge of all their separate topics!
2
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Classification according to mechanism of action
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Inhibit cell wall synthesis
- Penicillin + Cephalosporins
Inhibit protein synthesis
- 30s subunit = tetracyclines + aminoglycosides
- 50s subunit = macrolides + clindamycin
Inhibit nucleic acid synthesis
- Rifampin
3
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Classification according to spectrum
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Broad spec
- Penicillin’s, cephalosporins, tetracyclines + aminoglycosides
Narrow spec
- Penicillin’s, Macrolides + Lincosamides
4
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According to type - part 1
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Sulphonamides
- Prontosil, Sulphanilamide + sulfadiazine
B-Lactam
- Penicillin + Cephalosporins
Tetracyclines
- Tetracycline, Doxycycline + Lymecycline
5
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According to type part 2
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Chloramphenicol
Aminoglycosides
- Neomycin, Streptomycin
Macrolides
- Erythromycin, Clarithromycin, Azithromycin
Amphenicols
- Chloramphenicol, Thiamphenicol
