14 Questions
What is the primary function of antibiotics?
To slow down the growth of bacteria
Who discovered the first natural antibiotic in 1928?
Alexander Fleming
Which type of antibiotic kills bacteria?
Bactericidal antibiotics
What is one of the side effects of taking antibiotics?
Diarrhea
Can antibiotics treat viral infections?
No, they only treat bacterial infections
How do bacteriostatic antibiotics work?
They prevent bacteria from multiplying
What did Alexander Fleming predict regarding antibiotics?
The rise of antibiotic resistance
What is the primary difference between bactericidal and bacteriostatic antibiotics?
Bactericidal antibiotics kill bacteria, while bacteriostatic antibiotics slow down bacterial growth.
In what year did Alexander Fleming discover penicillin, the first natural antibiotic?
1928
Why can't antibiotics be used to treat viral infections?
Antibiotics are ineffective against viruses.
What happens when bacteria become resistant to antibiotics?
Bacteria no longer respond to the antibiotics' effects.
Which of the following is NOT a common side effect of taking antibiotics?
Muscle soreness
What did Alexander Fleming predict would happen with the use of antibiotics in the future?
Antibiotics will become less effective due to resistant bacteria.
How long may it take for patients to feel better or have their symptoms improve after taking the first dose of antibiotics?
A few hours or days after taking the first dose
Learn about antibiotics, medications used to destroy or slow down the growth of bacteria. Explore the range of powerful drugs used to treat bacterial infections and how they work. Discover fast facts about antibiotics and their limitations in treating viral infections.
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