11 Questions
What type of antibiotic are DNA polymerase inhibitors?
Antivirals
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of action for DNA polymerase inhibitors?
They directly bind and inhibit the viral DNA polymerase enzyme.
What type of antibiotic are reverse transcription inhibitors, and what viruses do they target?
Antivirals that target retroviruses like HIV
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism of action for reverse transcription inhibitors?
They induce mutations in the viral genome, leading to non-functional proteins.
What is the primary mechanism of action for protease inhibitors?
They prevent the production of structural viral proteins and the release of mature viral proteins.
Which of the following is NOT a key component of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART)?
Inhibition of viral DNA polymerase to prevent viral replication
Which of the following is a key advantage of Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) over monotherapy?
HAART is more effective at combating viral mutations that have occurred due to environmental stresses
Which of the following is an example of a DNA polymerase inhibitor?
Trifluridine
Which of the following is an example of a reverse transcription inhibitor?
Azidothymidine
Which of the following is an example of a protease inhibitor?
Ritonavir
What is the primary advantage of using Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) over single-drug antiviral therapy?
HAART is more effective at combating viral mutations and drug resistance
Test your knowledge on antimicrobials, selective toxicity, and the difference between broad and narrow spectrum antimicrobials with this quiz. Explore concepts such as targeting essential biological processes of microbes and the ability of drugs to minimize harm to the host.
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