Antibacterial Agents & Antimicrobial Therapy
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Which enzymatic activity is NOT directly involved in bacterial cell wall synthesis?

  • Transpeptidase, which catalyzes the crosslinking of peptide chains.
  • Glucosyltransferase, which assists in the polymerization of NAG and NAM.
  • Aminoacyl-tRNA synthetase, which is essential for protein synthesis. (correct)
  • Transglycosylases which polymerize the NAG and NAM.

A novel antibiotic inhibits bacterial growth by disrupting the function of the E site within the ribosome. Which of the following processes would be directly affected?

  • The translocation of the ribosome along the mRNA molecule.
  • The formation of peptide bonds between amino acids.
  • The exit of deacylated tRNA molecules from the ribosome. (correct)
  • The binding of aminoacyl-tRNA to the ribosome.

A bacterium exhibits resistance to a beta-lactam antibiotic. Which mechanism is LEAST likely to be responsible for this resistance?

  • Increased expression of efflux pumps.
  • Modification of the antibiotic target site.
  • Production of an enzyme that degrades the antibiotic.
  • Increased production of peptidoglycan precursors. (correct)

Which of the following steps in bacterial cell wall synthesis is the target of the antibiotic vancomycin?

<p>Binding to the D-ala-D-ala terminus of the peptide chain, preventing transpeptidation (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An antimicrobial agent is designed to specifically target glucosyltransferase. What direct effect would this agent have on bacterial cell wall synthesis?

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A bacterial strain has developed resistance to an antibiotic that targets the 30S ribosomal subunit. Which of the following mechanisms is MOST likely to confer resistance to this antibiotic?

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Which mechanism allows bacteria to develop resistance against antibiotics that target bacterial protein synthesis?

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A researcher is investigating a new antibiotic that inhibits the translocation step during bacterial protein synthesis. Which ribosomal site is MOST likely being directly affected by this antibiotic?

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Which of the following adverse effects of aminoglycosides is typically considered irreversible?

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Which of the following statements correctly describes the mechanism of action of tetracyclines?

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Why should aminoglycosides be used with caution in patients with neuromuscular disorders such as myasthenia gravis?

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A patient is prescribed doxycycline. Which instruction should the healthcare provider emphasize to ensure optimal absorption of the medication?

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Which of the following bacterial species is most likely to be effectively treated with tetracycline?

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A patient receiving aminoglycoside therapy develops vertigo and ataxia. Which mechanism is most likely responsible for these adverse effects?

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What is the primary reason for the limited use of tetracycline as a topical treatment?

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A patient with a severe enterococcal infection is being treated with an aminoglycoside. What additional agent is typically co-administered to enhance the aminoglycoside's efficacy?

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In the context of combination antimicrobial therapy for Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection, how does the effect of Meropenem and Colistin exemplify an additive interaction?

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Which of the following scenarios represents the most appropriate application of synergistic combination antimicrobial therapy?

<p>Treatment of a severe, drug-resistant infective endocarditis with Penicillins and Aminoglycosides. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is the MOST important advantage of parenteral-to-oral switch therapy in treating bacterial infections?

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A patient is diagnosed with a hospital-acquired infection. Considering the typical pathogens associated with such infections, which of the following empirical antibiotic regimens should be AVOIDED due to its unlikely effectiveness?

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In a patient presenting with septic shock, which of the following considerations is LEAST relevant when deciding on an empirical antimicrobial therapy?

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A patient is being transitioned from intravenous Vancomycin to oral Clindamycin for a suspected Staphylococcus aureus infection. What is the MOST critical consideration in determining the appropriateness of this switch?

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A hospital is experiencing an outbreak of multidrug-resistant Escherichia coli. Which of the following infection control measures would be LEAST effective in controlling the spread of this organism?

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Which characteristic distinguishes Clostridium difficile from other Clostridium species?

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Which of the following scenarios would warrant the LEAST consideration for combination antimicrobial therapy?

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A patient presents with cellulitis. Considering the typical causative agents, which antibiotic would be MOST appropriate as an initial empiric treatment?

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Which of the following pathogens is LEAST likely to be effectively treated with aminopenicillins alone?

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A patient is diagnosed with a urinary tract infection (UTI). Considering the spectrum of aminopenicillins, which of the following organisms is MOST likely to be susceptible?

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A 20-year-old male presents with a high fever, severe sore throat, body aches, and swollen, tender cervical lymph nodes, but denies cough or nasal congestion. What is the MOST crucial next step in managing this patient?

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Why are penicillinase-resistant penicillins, such as methicillin, less commonly used as a first-line treatment option compared to other beta-lactam antibiotics?

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A patient is diagnosed with a cat/dog bite wound infected with Pasteurella multocida. Which antibiotic would be the MOST appropriate choice for treatment?

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What is the underlying reason why aminopenicillins are effective against a broader spectrum of bacteria compared to natural penicillins?

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Which of the following infections would be LEAST appropriate to treat with a first-line fluoroquinolone, considering the typical usage and resistance patterns?

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A patient is prescribed ciprofloxacin for a complicated urinary tract infection. The patient is also taking theophylline for a respiratory condition. What is the most important consideration regarding potential drug interactions?

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Which of the following adverse drug reactions (ADRs) associated with fluoroquinolones typically requires immediate discontinuation of the drug?

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A patient with a known history of long QT syndrome requires antibiotic therapy. Which fluoroquinolone would pose the LEAST risk of QT interval prolongation?

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What is the primary mechanism of action of sulfonamides, such as sulfamethoxazole, in inhibiting bacterial growth?

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Why is trimethoprim often combined with sulfamethoxazole in co-trimoxazole formulations?

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In which clinical scenario is silver sulfadiazine primarily indicated?

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A patient develops dysglycemia while on fluoroquinolones. What is the most likely mechanism contributing to this adverse effect?

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Which of the following Gram-positive bacteria is generally NOT well-covered by co-trimoxazole?

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What is a key difference in the spectrum of activity between fluoroquinolones and co-trimoxazole that might influence the choice of antibiotic for treating a complicated infection?

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Linezolid inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by targeting which ribosomal subunit?

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Which of the following adverse drug reactions is LEAST likely to be associated with short-term linezolid use (less than 2 weeks)?

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Why should caution be taken when prescribing linezolid with other medications?

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What is the primary mechanism of action of aminoglycosides?

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Why are aminoglycosides often used in combination with cell wall active agents when treating Gram-positive infections?

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Which characteristic of aminoglycosides is most closely associated with their effectiveness in treating severe Gram-negative infections?

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Why is chloramphenicol use limited despite its broad spectrum of activity?

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How does chloramphenicol inhibit protein synthesis in bacteria?

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In which clinical scenario would chloramphenicol be considered as a treatment option?

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What is a key difference between the mechanism of action of aminoglycosides and chloramphenicol?

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Why is therapeutic drug monitoring (TDM) particularly important when using aminoglycosides?

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Besides myelosuppression, what other serious adverse effects are associated with prolonged linezolid use?

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How does chloramphenicol affect hepatic cytochrome P450 enzymes, and what is the clinical significance of this effect?

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Why is neomycin administered orally, unlike other aminoglycosides?

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Aminoglycosides are LEAST effective against which type of organism when used as a monotherapy?

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Flashcards

Combination antimicrobial therapy

Use of multiple antibiotics to treat infections.

Synergism in treatment

When two drugs work better together than alone.

Empirical treatment

Starting treatment based on experience before specific diagnosis.

Polymicrobial infection

Infection caused by multiple types of microorganisms.

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Drug-resistant organisms

Bacteria that can resist the effects of medications.

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Community-acquired bacteria

Infections obtained from outside the healthcare setting.

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Hospital-acquired bacteria

Infections acquired during hospital stays.

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IV to PO switch therapy

Switching from intravenous to oral medication.

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Antibiotics

Medicines that combat bacterial infections by targeting specific bacterial functions or structures.

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Bacterial Cell Wall Synthesis

The process where bacteria build their protective outer layer using NAG and NAM.

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Precursor Formation

The initial stage in bacterial cell wall synthesis where NAG and NAM are produced.

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Peptide Chain Assembly

The stage where peptide chains are formed and attached to NAM in bacterial cell wall synthesis.

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Crosslinking

The process in bacterial cell wall synthesis that links adjacent peptide chains together.

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Transpeptidase

An enzyme that catalyzes the crosslinking of peptide chains in bacterial cell walls.

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Glucosyltransferase

An enzyme that aids the polymerization of NAG and NAM during cell wall synthesis.

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Bacterial Protein Synthesis

The process by which bacteria produce proteins necessary for their functions using ribosomes.

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Anaerobes

Bacteria that thrive in the absence of oxygen.

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Clostridium spp.

A group of anaerobic bacteria, some are pathogenic.

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Penicillinase-resistant penicillins

Penicillins that withstand the action of penicillinase enzymes.

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Methicillin-susceptible Staphylococcus aureus (MSSA)

A type of bacteria that can be treated with methicillin.

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Aminopenicillins

Penicillins with a broader spectrum, effective against certain Gram-negative bacteria.

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Gram-positive bacteria

Bacteria that stain purple in a Gram stain and have a thick peptidoglycan layer.

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Respiratory tract infections

Infections that affect the organs involved in breathing.

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Skin and soft tissue infections

Infections affecting the skin and underlying tissues, often requiring antibiotics.

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Aminoglycosides

A class of antibiotics effective against gram-negative bacteria and some gram-positive bacteria, known for nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity.

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Nephrotoxicity

Kidney damage caused by certain drugs, including aminoglycosides.

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Ototoxicity

Harm caused to the ear, particularly hearing and balance, often an irreversible side effect of aminoglycosides.

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Tetracyclines

A group of antibiotics that inhibit protein synthesis, effective against various bacteria, including gram-positives.

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Mechanism of action (Tetracyclines)

Tetracyclines work by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit, inhibiting protein synthesis in bacteria.

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Mycobacterium tuberculosis

The bacterium that causes tuberculosis, a serious infectious disease primarily affecting the lungs.

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Neuromuscular transmission blockade

A condition where the transmission of impulses from nerves to muscles is impaired, often a risk with certain antibiotics.

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Atypical pathogens

Pathogens not usually treated as first-line choices in infections.

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Fluoroquinolones

A class of antibiotics effective against various Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria.

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Common ADR of Fluoroquinolones

Adverse drug reactions include GI discomfort, headache, and tendon rupture.

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Co-trimoxazole

Combination of sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim, effective against bacteria by inhibiting folic acid synthesis.

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Mechanism of sulfonamides

They inhibit the bacterial enzyme dihydropteroate synthase, blocking folic acid production.

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Gram-negative coverage

Co-trimoxazole is effective against this type of bacteria, which has a thin cell wall.

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CYP 1A2 inhibitor (Cipro)

Ciprofloxacin can lead to increased plasma levels of theophylline due to its inhibition of CYP 1A2 enzyme.

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QT interval prolongation

Rare but serious side effect of fluoroquinolones, particularly moxifloxacin, affecting heart rhythm.

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Trimethoprim function

Blocks the reduction of dihydrofolate to tetrahydrofolate, synergizing with sulfonamides.

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Sulfamethoxazole use

Commonly used in combination for urinary tract infections and respiratory infections.

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Linezolid

An antibiotic used for Gram-positive infections, including VRE.

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Adverse reactions of Linezolid

Common: rash, GI issues; Serious: myelosuppression and peripheral neuropathy.

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Gram-negative coverage of Aminoglycosides

Effective against most Gram-negative bacteria, especially MDR-GN.

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Chloramphenicol mechanism

Inhibits protein synthesis by binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit.

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Spectrum of Chloramphenicol

Broad spectrum including aerobes, anaerobes, and spirochetes.

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Major side effects of Chloramphenicol

Can cause aplastic anemia and other serious toxic reactions.

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Clinical use of Aminoglycosides

Used as second-line agents for tuberculosis and for MDR infections.

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Linezolid drug interactions

Weak, nonspecific monoamine oxidase inhibitor, interacts with several drugs.

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Common side effects of Aminoglycosides

May cause nephrotoxicity and ototoxicity.

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Usage route for Neomycin

Typically administered orally as a part of bowel preparation.

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Myelosuppression due to Linezolid

A decrease in bone marrow function leading to lower blood cell production.

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Peripheral neuropathy symptoms

Numbness, tingling, or pain in extremities usually due to prolonged drug use.

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Effect of prolonged Linezolid treatment

Risk of serious side effects increases with duration beyond 2 weeks.

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Mechanism of action of aminoglycosides

They cause misreading of mRNA, leading to dysfunctional proteins.

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Study Notes

Antibacterial Agents

  • Antimicrobial agents destroy or inhibit the growth of microorganisms, particularly pathogenic ones.
  • Antibiotics are antimicrobial substances derived from microorganisms (fungi), or are semi-synthetic or synthetic.
  • Antibacterial agents target bacteria.
  • Alexander Fleming discovered the first antibiotic, noticing mold inhibiting bacterial growth on a petri dish.
  • Antimicrobial therapy stages are outlined.
  • Time-dependent, concentration-dependent, and AUC (total exposure)-dependent antibiotics have different dosing considerations.
  • Time-dependent antibiotics require a duration of plasma drug concentration above the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC) of 40-50 % of dosing intervals.
  • Concentration-dependent antibiotics require a maximum plasma drug concentration (Cmax) at least 10-12 times the MIC.
  • AUC (total exposure)-dependent antibiotics need an AUC/MIC ratio.
  • Combination antimicrobial therapy offers benefits for empirical treatment, polymicrobial infections, and drug-resistant organisms, with additive or synergistic effects.
  • Parenteral to oral switch therapy has advantages, including reduced complications.
  • Community-acquired bacteria differ from hospital-acquired bacteria, varying in susceptibility to antibiotics.
  • Bacterial cell wall synthesis, involving transpeptidase and glucosyltransferase enzymes, is a major bacterial target for antibiotics.
  • Bacterial protein synthesis, involving 30S and 50S ribosomal subunits, is also a target for some antibiotics.
  • Other mechanisms of action include targeting cell membrane, topoisomerase, and folic acid synthesis.
  • Aminopenicillins have a wide spectrum, covering both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria, along with some anaerobes and other clinical uses.
  • Macrolides, such as erythromycin and azithromycin, have clinical uses against atypical bacteria, like Mycoplasma pneumonia, and NTM, as well as H. pylori treatment.
  • Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) and drug interactions (DIs) should be considered for macrolides.
  • Glycopeptides' major spectrum targets gram-positive bacteria with broad-spectrum activity, including MRSA, PRSP, and ampicillin-resistant Enterococci, while also affecting skin/soft tissue, bone/joint, catheter-related bloodstream, CNS, and AAC infections.
  • Fluoroquinolones (FQs) are effective against gram-negative bacteria, including Enterobacterales, and certain gram-positive bacteria (though not a first-line treatment for all).
  • Sulfonamides (e.g., sulfamethoxazole-trimethoprim) interfere with bacterial folic acid synthesis.
  • Metronidazole (nitroimidazoles) targets anaerobic bacteria and certain parasites.
  • Mechanisms of antimicrobial resistance include intrinsic (efflux pumps, target modification, reduced permeability, and chromosomally encoded enzymes) and acquired (horizontal gene transfer, efflux pumps, modified cell walls, modified antibiotic targets, and modifying/degrading enzyme production) mechanisms.
  • Beta-lactamases, which degrade beta-lactams, contribute to bacterial resistance.
  • Carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae (CRE) are a serious concern, due to resistance to virtually all known antibiotics, requiring urgent and aggressive action.
  • Combinations of drugs or modified dosing are considered to address antibiotic resistance.
  • Emerging non-antibiotic approaches, such as human monoclonal antibodies, antibody-antibiotic conjugates, antimicrobial peptides, bacteriophages, and gene therapy, are also being explored.

Exercise

  • Bacterial species (Staphylococcus aureus, Enterococcus spp., Streptococcus pneumoniae, Enterobacterales, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Acinetobacter baumannii, and anaerobes) are important to review.
  • Drug/antibiotic properties and their applications.

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