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What is the mechanism of action of Trimethoprim as an antimicrobial?
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?
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?
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?
Which antimicrobial class does Linezolid belong to?
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What is the primary target of Rifamycins like Rifampicin?
What is the primary target of Rifamycins like Rifampicin?
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Which antibiotic inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S subunit of the ribosome?
Which antibiotic inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 50S subunit of the ribosome?
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What is the mechanism of action of Colistin as an antibiotic?
What is the mechanism of action of Colistin as an antibiotic?
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