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Which anti-tuberculous agent primarily disrupts cell wall synthesis?

Rifampin

Ethambutol

Isoniazid (correct)

Cycloserine

What is the main action of Rifampin in treating tuberculosis?

Inhibition of DNA replication

Disruption of fatty acid synthesis

Prevention of RNA synthesis (correct)

Inhibition of protein synthesis

Which agent alters phosphate metabolism as part of its mechanism of action?

Ethambutol (correct)

Rifampin

Isoniazid

Streptomycin

What is a secondary effect of Isoniazid's mechanism in mycobacteria?

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Which of the following actions is NOT associated with Ethambutol?

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Anti-Tuberculous Agents

Ethambutol: Disrupts cellular RNA synthesis and phosphate metabolism.
Isoniazid: Damages the cell wall and inhibits bacterial replication.
Rifampin: Inhibits RNA synthesis by targeting DNA-dependent RNA polymerase, which stops key metabolic pathways needed by mycobacteria to grow and reproduce.

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This quiz explores the mechanisms and effects of key anti-tuberculous agents such as Ethambutol, Isoniazid, and Rifampin. Learn how these medications disrupt bacterial processes to combat tuberculosis effectively.