Antibiotics Classification Quiz
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What is the mechanism of action of Trimethoprim as an antimicrobial?

  • Inhibits folic acid synthesis (correct)
  • Inhibits DNA gyrase
  • Interferes with bacterial cell wall synthesis
  • Inhibits protein synthesis

    • Which antimicrobial class includes Imipenem and doripenem?

  • Carbapenems (correct)
  • Macrolides
  • Fluoroquinolones
  • Monobactams

    • Which class of antimicrobials interferes with the synthesis of folic acid by bacteria?

  • Aminoglycosides
  • Glycopeptides
  • Macrolides
  • Beta-lactam antimicrobials (correct)

    • Which antimicrobial class does Linezolid belong to?

    <p>Oxazolidinones</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary target of Rifamycins like Rifampicin?

    <p>RNA polymerase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibiotic inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S subunit of the ribosome?

    <p>Clarithromycin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Colistin as an antibiotic?

    <p>Disruption of cell membrane integrity</p> Signup and view all the answers

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