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What type of formulation is benzathine penicillin marketed as?

Dry powder for reconstitution (correct)

Liquid formulation with water additives

Ready-to-use liquid solution

Stable aqueous suspension ready for use

At what pH level is a ready injection most stable according to its formulation?

4-6

9-11 (correct)

12-14

7-9

What can accelerate the degradation of antibiotics when mixed with other drugs?

Admixture with acidic drugs (correct)

Reconstitution with neutral pH solutions

Use of alkaline solutions

Dilution with sterile water

What is a characteristic of procaine penicillin's formulation?

Is available as a stable aqueous suspension Signup and view all the answers

What is the consequence of an admixture of antibiotics with acidic drugs?

Accelerates degradation of antibiotics Signup and view all the answers

Which condition describes an injection that must be reconstituted with sterile water before use?

Benzathine penicillin Signup and view all the answers

Which characteristic of lipid-soluble drugs contributes to their better penetration through capillaries?

Increased lipophilicity Signup and view all the answers

What is a recommended practice regarding the dilution of a substance with NaCl in a medical context?

It should only be used directly in a canula. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following oral antimicrobial agents is mentioned as having 100% bioavailability at IV levels?

Metronidazole Signup and view all the answers

What is a potential consequence of administering high oral doses of certain antimicrobial medications?

Toxicity in the gastrointestinal tract Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT influence the formulation of oral antimicrobials?

Price of the medication Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about routes of administration is false?

All drugs administered orally achieve 100% bioavailability. Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial consideration when deciding on the route of antimicrobial administration?

Risk of gastrointestinal toxicity from overdosing Signup and view all the answers

Which type of drugs is generally less effective at penetrating capillaries compared to lipid-soluble drugs?

Water-soluble drugs Signup and view all the answers

What is the best predictor of activity for certain antimicrobial agents (AMs)?

Area under the concentration-time curve to minimum inhibitory concentration (AUC/MIC) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of antimicrobial activity is associated with a ratio of peak concentration to minimum inhibitory concentration (Cmax/MIC)?

Concentration-dependent activity Signup and view all the answers

Which pharmacokinetic parameter is important for defining the response to antimicrobial treatment?

Duration the drug concentration remains above MIC Signup and view all the answers

What determines whether an antimicrobial is time-dependent or concentration-dependent?

The specific characteristics of the antimicrobial agent Signup and view all the answers

What does MIC stand for in the context of pharmacodynamics?

Minimum Inhibitory Concentration Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true regarding the relationship between antimicrobial drug treatments and bacterial sensitivity?

Combination of pharmacokinetic parameters and bacterial sensitivity defines treatment response. Signup and view all the answers

What primarily determines the height of the peak plasma drug level in intravenous administration?

The rate of IV infusion and dose size Signup and view all the answers

Why is bolus administration preferred for achieving peak plasma drug levels?

It achieves the highest concentration in a shorter duration. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when the rate of IV infusion is slowed?

Lower drug concentrations and increased elimination. Signup and view all the answers

What is a consequence of rapid IV administration in severe infections?

Rapid increase in peak concentration. Signup and view all the answers

What process is primarily affected by the variable rate of drug administration?

Rate of drug absorption into tissues. Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT influence peak plasma drug levels?

The drug's molecular structure. Signup and view all the answers

In the context of pharmacokinetics for severe infections, what does 'Cmax' refer to?

The peak concentration of the drug in plasma. Signup and view all the answers

What is the likely impact of choosing a slower infusion rate for a drug?

Prolonged duration of therapeutic effect. Signup and view all the answers

What does the term 'volume of distribution' signify in pharmacokinetics?

The space that the drug occupies within the body. Signup and view all the answers

Why might a healthcare provider choose bolus administration over continuous infusion?

It achieves a quick therapeutic effect at high concentrations. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Penicillin Formulation

Procaine penicillin is a stable aqueous suspension, ready for use
Benzathine penicillin is a dry powder for reconstitution with sterile water before use

Antibiotic Stability

Ready injection formulations are most stable at their formulated pH
Mixing antibiotics with other drugs can accelerate degradation
Acid-catalyzed hydrolysis of penicillins is accelerated by acidic drugs

Routes of Administration

Oral antimicrobial (PO) formulation is dependent on solubility, acid stability, and lipophilicity
Lipid-soluble drugs penetrate capillaries better than water-soluble drugs
Oral bioavailability varies significantly between antibiotics
Some antibiotics have 100% bioavailability like fluoroquinolones, tetracycline, metronidazole, and rimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole
High oral doses can lead to excessive GI tract toxicity

Pharmacokinetics of IV Antimicrobials

Peak plasma drug level is determined by infusion rate, dose size, volume of distribution, and elimination rate
Bolus administration results in higher peak plasma levels due to shorter infusion time
Slowing infusion rate allows drug distribution and elimination, resulting in lower peak levels

Time- vs Concentration-Dependent Activity

Time-dependent activity correlates with drug concentration remaining above MIC (minimum inhibitory concentration)
Concentration-dependent activity correlates with the ratio of peak concentration to MIC
AUC/MIC ratio can also predict activity
The type of activity depends on the specific antimicrobial

Post Antibiotic Effect (PAE)

PAE is species and drug dependent
Aminoglycosides, metronidazole, and fluoroquinolones exhibit pronounced PAE
β-Lactam antibiotics have little to no PAE against Gram-negative organisms
PAE influences dosing schedules:
- Long PAE allows for less frequent dosing
- Short or no PAE may require continuous infusion

Antimicrobial Distribution

Most infections are extravascular, requiring antimicrobial movement from the bloodstream
Drug distribution is influenced by tissue-related factors (perfusion, vascular surface area, tight junctions) and drug-related factors (lipid solubility, molecular size, pKa, and protein binding)
Tissue concentration can be similar to, lower than, or greater than blood concentration
Tissue effectiveness may diverge from blood concentration predictions

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This quiz explores the formulation and pharmacokinetics of various antibiotics, focusing on penicillin types and stability considerations. It discusses administration routes and factors affecting oral bioavailability, helping you understand how different formulations perform in clinical applications.