Antibacterial Agents Classification Quiz
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What is the mechanism of action of penicillins?

  • Inhibition of protein synthesis
  • Inhibition of cell wall synthesis (correct)
  • Inhibition of RNA synthesis
  • Inhibition of DNA synthesis

Which condition is NOT an indication for aminopenicillins?

  • Streptococcal pharyngitis
  • Pneumococcal pneumonia
  • Urinary tract infection (UTI)
  • Mycobacterium tuberculosis infection (correct)

Which adverse effect is associated with immediate allergy to penicillins?

  • Urticaria (correct)
  • Interstitial nephritis
  • Serum sickness
  • Diarrhea

What is the mechanism of action of penicillins?

<p>Inhibition of cell wall synthesis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of infections are penicillins indicated for?

<p>Bacterial infections caused by susceptible organisms (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which adverse effect is associated with penicillins?

<p>Allergic reactions like anaphylaxis and urticaria (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of B-lactam/B-lactamase inhibitor combinations?

<p>Inhibition of bacterial cell wall synthesis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the main indications for using Antipseudomonal Penicillins?

<p>Skin and skin structure infections (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'Bactericidal' refer to in the context of B-lactam/B-lactamase inhibitor combinations?

<p>Killing bacteria (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main contraindication for using Penicillins: Isoxozoyl penicillin?

<p>Hypersensitivity to piperacillin or any penicillin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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