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What can interfere with the absorption of fluoroquinolones?
What can interfere with the absorption of fluoroquinolones?
- Vitamin B12
- Calcium supplements
- Sucralfate (correct)
- Vitamin C
Which antibacterial agents are contraindicated for pregnant women with UTI?
Which antibacterial agents are contraindicated for pregnant women with UTI?
- Tetracyclines
- Fluoroquinolones (correct)
- Aminoglycosides
- Macrolides
Which adverse effect is NOT associated with fluoroquinolones?
Which adverse effect is NOT associated with fluoroquinolones?
- Nephrotoxicity
- Dizziness
- Crystalluria
- Dry mouth (correct)
What is the mechanism of action of fluoroquinolones?
What is the mechanism of action of fluoroquinolones?
Which first-generation quinolone is useful in treating UTIs caused by Gram-negative bacteria?
Which first-generation quinolone is useful in treating UTIs caused by Gram-negative bacteria?
What enzyme do fluoroquinolones inhibit to interfere with DNA synthesis?
What enzyme do fluoroquinolones inhibit to interfere with DNA synthesis?
'Cinoxacin' (Cinobac®) shares the same action with 'Nalidixic acid' but has what advantage?
'Cinoxacin' (Cinobac®) shares the same action with 'Nalidixic acid' but has what advantage?
'Norfloxacin' (Noroxin) has a broad spectrum of activity against which types of bacteria?
'Norfloxacin' (Noroxin) has a broad spectrum of activity against which types of bacteria?
What is the mechanism of action of sulfonamides?
What is the mechanism of action of sulfonamides?
Which drug combination is used as the first-line treatment for Pneumocystis carinii?
Which drug combination is used as the first-line treatment for Pneumocystis carinii?
Which type of leprosy is Dapsone (Avlosulfon) commonly used to treat?
Which type of leprosy is Dapsone (Avlosulfon) commonly used to treat?
Which sulfonamide drug is used in burn therapy to prevent and treat bacterial infection?
Which sulfonamide drug is used in burn therapy to prevent and treat bacterial infection?
What adverse effect is commonly associated with sulfones like Dapsone?
What adverse effect is commonly associated with sulfones like Dapsone?
Which drug is used as a single agent for uncomplicated urinary tract infections?
Which drug is used as a single agent for uncomplicated urinary tract infections?
