Antimicrobials S2 Flashcards

1
Q

What antibiotics act as cell wall inhibitors?

A

Penicillins
Cephalosporins
Polymixins
Bacitracin

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2
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What antibiotics act as protein synthesis inhibitors?

A

Amino glycosides

Macrolides

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3
Q

Which antibiotics act on DNA metabolism?

A

Sulfonamides
Potentiated sulphonamides
Fluoroquinolone
Metronidazole

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4
Q

What are beta-lactams?

A

Simple penicillins- penicillin G

Broad spectrum penicillins- ampicillin, amoxicillin, cephalosporins

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5
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What is the action of B-lactams?

A

They interfere with cross linking in cell wall during growth so the bacteria lyses

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6
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What are the 5 classes of penicillin agents?

A
Natural
Beta-lactamase resistant
Aminopenicillins 
Extended agents
Augmented agents
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