Antimicrobials and β-lactam Antibiotics Quiz
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Which of the following are examples of antimicrobials?

  • Antibacterials
  • Antivirals
  • Antifungals
  • Antiparasitic agents
  • All of the above (correct)

    • Antiseptics are safe for internal use.

    False (B)

    What is the primary function of antibiotics?

    Inhibiting bacterial biochemical functions

    The ______ is an example of a β-lactam antibiotic.

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

    Match the following antibiotic classes with their primary targets:

    <p>Penicillins = Cell wall synthesis Tetracyclines = Protein synthesis Fluoroquinolones = DNA replication Sulfonamides = Metabolic pathway inhibition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main mode of action of β-lactam antibiotics?

    <p>Inhibition of cell wall synthesis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Antibiotic resistance is a growing concern worldwide.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the major strategies for combating antibiotic resistance?

    <p>Preserving antibiotic effectiveness for future battles, minimizing collateral damage and maximizing precision in antibiotic use</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is TRUE about beta-lactam antibiotics?

    <p>They inhibit the formation of peptide cross-links in peptidoglycan. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Penicillin was the first beta-lactam antibiotic to be discovered.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of enzyme do beta-lactam antibiotics bind to?

    <p>Penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Teichoic acid is a component of the bacterial cell wall found primarily in _____ bacteria.

    <p>Gram-positive</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following beta-lactam antibiotics with their group classification.

    <p>Penicillin G = Group 1 Penicillin V = Group 2 Methicillin = Group 3 Oxacillin = Group 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is an example of an orally absorbed penicillin?

    <p>Penicillin V (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All penicillin antibiotics exhibit the same spectrum of activity.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action of beta-lactam antibiotics?

    <p>Inhibition of transpeptidation, leading to bacterial cell lysis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibiotic is primarily used for treating urinary tract infections?

    <p>Fosfomycin (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Polymyxin is known to cause nephrotoxicity.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of action for Isoniazid and Ethambutol in treating tuberculosis?

    <p>Interfering with mycolic acid synthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ____ test is a method used to determine the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) of an antibiotic.

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

    Match the following laboratory tests with their descriptions:

    <p>MC&amp;S = Microscopy, Culture, and Sensitivity PCR = Polymerase Chain Reaction Serology = Detection of antibodies or antigens in blood Cytology = Study of cells, especially for diagnosing disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following laboratory tests is primarily ordered to determine an organism's susceptibility to antibiotics?

    <p>MC&amp;S (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of the Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC)?

    <p>The lowest concentration of an antibiotic that inhibits the growth of a microorganism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Disk Diffusion Test (Kirby-Bauer method) involves standardized bacterial inoculums in tubes with decreasing concentrations of antibiotics.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ertapenem is effective against Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following mechanisms is NOT a way that bacteria can develop resistance to β-lactam antibiotics?

    <p>Increased production of penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) (E)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The acquired ______ gene in Staphylococcus spp. encodes for a low affinity binding protein, PBP-2A, which leads to resistance to methicillin and other β-lactam antibiotics.

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

    What is the primary mechanism by which β-lactamases contribute to antibiotic resistance?

    <p>β-lactamases hydrolyze the β-lactam ring of β-lactam antibiotics, rendering them inactive.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following β-lactam resistance mechanisms with their corresponding bacterial groups:

    <p>Low affinity binding of antibiotic to target PBPs = Gram-positive bacteria Efflux pumps across the outer membrane = Gram-negative bacteria Failure to penetrate outer membrane = Gram-negative bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    β-lactamases are solely produced by Gram-negative bacteria.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of these is NOT considered a β-lactam antibiotic?

    <p>Vancomycin (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does penicillin resistance develop in Streptococcus pneumoniae and Viridans streptococci?

    <p>Stepwise mutations in the penicillin-binding protein (PBP) genes lead to altered binding affinity, resulting in varying levels of penicillin resistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does MIC stand for in the context of antibiotics?

    <p>Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Minimum Inhibitory Concentration is determined by the highest concentration of antibiotic that allows bacterial growth.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the MIC value for the bacterium in the study?

    <p>0.25 mg/L</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The test to detect beta-lactamase involves a __________ cephalosporinase test.

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

    Match the following bacterial enzyme tests with their descriptions:

    <p>Beta-lactamase detection = Uses Cefinase disk Carbapenemase Testing = Identifies production of carbapenem-hydrolysing enzymes Synergy observation = Tests effectiveness of combinations of antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'standardized bacterial inoculum' refer to?

    <p>A consistent and controlled amount of bacteria used for testing (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Incubation is necessary to allow bacterial growth and determine the MIC.

    <p>True (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one method mentioned for identifying carbapenemase production?

    <p>Carba NP test</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of β-lactamases hydrolyze penicillin?

    <p>Narrow-spectrum β-lactamases (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Extended-spectrum β-lactamases (ESBLs) are known for their ability to hydrolyze only carbapenems.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one example of a narrow-spectrum β-lactamase enzyme.

    <p>Staphylococcal penicillinase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    β-lactamase inhibitors have a weak __________ activity on their own.

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

    What is the primary purpose of using β-lactamase inhibitors?

    <p>To enhance the efficacy of β-lactam antibiotics (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following β-lactamases with their characteristics:

    <p>Narrow-spectrum β-lactamases = Hydrolyze penicillin Extended-spectrum β-lactamases = Hydrolyze narrow and extended-spectrum antibiotics Carbapenemase (serine) = Hydrolyze carbapenems Cephalosporinases = Hydrolyze cephamycins and some oxime β-lactams</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Carbapenemase enzymes are exclusively produced by Enterobacteriaceae.

    <p>False (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic feature do β-lactamase inhibitors share?

    <p>They contain a β-lactam ring.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Flashcards

    Penicillin-binding protein (PBP)

    Proteins that catalyze cross-linking of peptide chains in peptidoglycan assembly.

    Teichoic acid

    A component in Gram-positive bacteria that stabilizes the cell wall and aids in attachment.

    Beta-Lactam antibiotics

    Antibiotics that bind to PBPs and inhibit peptide cross-links forming.

    Transpeptidation

    The process of forming peptide cross-links in bacterial cell walls.

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    First discovered beta-lactam

    Penicillin was the first beta-lactam antibiotic discovered.

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    Benzylpenicillin

    Also known as Penicillin G; inhibits transpeptidation and causes cell lysis.

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    Penicillin V

    An orally absorbed penicillin with varying absorption rates and activity spectrum.

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    Methicillin

    An antistaphylococcal penicillin effective against certain resistant bacteria.

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    Antimicrobials

    Drugs that target microorganisms, including antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and antiparasitic agents.

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    Antibiotics

    Natural or synthetic compounds that inhibit bacterial biochemical functions, such as cell wall synthesis or protein synthesis.

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    β-lactam antibiotics

    A class of antibiotics that inhibit cell wall synthesis in bacteria; examples include penicillin and cephalosporins.

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    Glycopeptide antibiotics

    Antibiotics that inhibit cell wall synthesis by binding to the precursors of cell wall synthesis; an example is vancomycin.

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    Mechanism of resistance

    The ways in which bacteria evade the effects of antibiotics, such as altering drug targets or developing efflux pumps.

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    Pharmacology

    The study of how drugs interact with biological systems, including their effects and how the body processes them.

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    Toxicity and side effects

    Adverse effects of antibiotics, including allergic reactions, gastrointestinal disturbances, and toxicity to organs.

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    Antimicrobial susceptibility testing

    Methods to determine the effectiveness of antibiotics against specific microorganisms, using phenotypic and genotypic approaches.

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    β-lactamase

    Enzymes that hydrolyze and inactivate β-lactam antibiotics, causing resistance.

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    Narrow-spectrum β-lactamases

    Hydrolyze penicillin; primarily produced by Enterobacteriaceae.

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    Extended-spectrum β-lactamases (ESBLs)

    Hydrolyze narrow and extended-spectrum β-lactam antibiotics.

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    Carbapenemase (serine)

    A type of β-lactamase that hydrolyzes carbapenems.

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    Carbapenemase (Metallo-β-lactamases)

    Hydrolyze carbapenems, often drug-resistant; includes VIM-1, IMP-1.

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    Cephalosporinases

    Hydrolyze cephamycins and some oxime β-lactams; may be inducible.

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    β-lactamase inhibitors

    Compounds that protect β-lactam antibiotics from degradation by β-lactamases.

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    Combination therapy with β-lactamase inhibitors

    Using β-lactamase inhibitors with β-lactam antibiotics to enhance efficacy.

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    Fosfomycin

    An antibiotic mainly used to treat urinary tract infections.

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    Polymyxin

    A class of antibiotics, including Colistin, used for multi-resistant Gram-negative infections.

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    Isoniazid

    A first-line drug for tuberculosis that interferes with mycolic acid synthesis.

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    Ethambutol

    Another first-line drug for tuberculosis that also interferes with mycolic acid synthesis.

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    Culture and Sensitivity (C&S)

    Lab tests to determine the susceptibility of organisms to antibiotics.

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    Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC)

    The lowest concentration of an antibiotic that inhibits bacterial growth.

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    Disk Diffusion Test (Kirby-Bauer)

    A method to measure zones of inhibition around antibiotic disks.

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    Gradient test (E-test)

    Uses strips with varying antibiotic concentrations to find the MIC.

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    Ertapenem coverage

    Ertapenem does not cover Gram-positive bacteria or anaerobes.

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    Mechanism of β-lactam resistance

    Two principal mechanisms: low affinity binding to PBPs and destruction via β-lactamase.

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    Efflux pumps

    Pumps that expel antibiotics from Gram-negative bacteria, leading to resistance.

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    mecA gene

    Acquired gene in Staphylococcus spp that produces PBP-2A, conferring methicillin resistance.

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    Streptococcus resistance

    Resistance stems from mutations in PBPs, altering their binding affinity.

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    Types of β-lactamases

    Over 1,000 types produced by Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.

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    Standardized Bacterial Inoculum

    A uniform concentration of bacteria used in testing.

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    Antibiotic Dilution

    Gradually reducing the amount of antibiotic in each test tube.

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    Synergy Observation

    Testing how different antibiotics work together to inhibit bacteria.

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    Beta-lactamase Detection

    Testing for enzymes that break down beta-lactam antibiotics.

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    Carbapenemase Testing

    Identifies enzymes that hydrolyze carbapenem antibiotics.

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    Cefinase Disk Test

    A chromogenic test used to detect beta-lactamase production.

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    Bacterial Growth Incubation

    Allowing bacteria to grow overnight in controlled conditions.

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    Study Notes

    Antibiotics 1 - Beta Lactams and other cell wall agents

    • Antibiotics are drugs used to fight microorganisms, including bacteria, viruses, and fungi.
    • Beta-lactams are a group of antibiotics that work by interfering with the synthesis of bacterial cell walls.
    • The presenter Dr. Jo Chua is a Clinical Microbiologist & Senior Clinical Lecturer.

    On Noongar land

    • Acknowledges the traditional owners of the land (Noongar people).
    • Pays respects to their cultural custodians, values, languages, beliefs, and knowledge.

    The battle against infectious agents

    • Antimicrobials are essential tools in fighting infections.
    • Strategies include precision, minimizing collateral damage (to the body's microbiome) and preserving effectiveness for future use.

    Learning outcomes (for antibiotics 1)

    • List key beta-lactam and glycopeptide antibiotics.
    • Discuss the modes of action, spectrum of activity, and mechanisms of resistance of beta-lactam and glycopeptide antibiotics.
    • Outline their pharmacology, toxicology, and potential side effects.
    • Explain susceptibility testing methods (phenotypic and genotypic).

    Framework of learning antibiotics

    • The presentation provides a framework encompassing various topics related to antibiotics, including mechanisms of action, spectrum of activity, resistance, clinical use, pharmacology and toxicity effects.

    Definitions

    • Antimicrobials/anti-infectives are drugs acting against microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi).
    • Antibiotics are natural or synthetic compounds inhibiting bacterial biochemical functions (e.g., cell wall synthesis, protein synthesis, DNA replication).
    • Antiseptics/disinfectants are antimicrobial substances too toxic for internal use—they are used externally.
    • Broad-spectrum antibiotics target a wide range of bacterial species.
    • Narrow-spectrum antibiotics are effective against specific bacterial species.

    Cidal vs Static

    • Cidal antibiotics kill microorganisms.
    • Static antibiotics inhibit microbial growth but don't kill them, allowing body defenses to eliminate the microorganism.

    Antibiotic Mechanisms of Action

    • Antibiotics work in various ways.
      • Some target cell wall synthesis (beta-lactams and glycopeptides).
      • Other antibiotics target bacterial cell membrane synthesis, DNA replication, RNA polymerase, or protein synthesis. (including examples of antibiotics targeting synthesis processes)

    Cell Wall

    • Gram-negative bacteria have an outer membrane, plus peptidoglycan.
    • Gram-positive bacteria have a thick peptidoglycan layer.
    • The cell wall is comprised of repeating N-acetylglucosamine (NAG) and N-acetylmuramic acid (NAM) subunits.
      • NAM subunits have short peptide chains (D-Ala to L-Ala).
      • Penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) catalyse the crosslinking of peptide chains in the peptidoglycan assembly process.
      • Teichoic acid is found in Gram-positive bacteria and contributes to cell wall stability and attachment.

    Beta-Lactam Antibiotics

    • Key beta-lactam antibiotics include penicillin, cephalosporin, monobactam and carbapenem.

    • These antibiotics work by interfering with bacterial cell wall synthesis.

    • The common beta-lactam ring structure is a key feature.

    • Beta-lactams bind to bacterial transpeptidases (penicillin-binding proteins-PBPs) and block peptide crosslinking.

    Quiz on Penicillin

    • The first beta-lactam antibiotic discovered was penicillin.

    Penicillin Classification and Example

    • Different types of penicillins have different spectra of activity.
    • Various types of penicillin include penicillin G, penicillin V, methicillin, oxacillin, amoxicillin, pipreacillin and methicillin.

    Which penicillins are active against Pseudomonas aeruginosa?

    • Piperacillin is one such penicillin exhibiting activity against Pseudomonas aeruginosa.

    Cephalosporins

    • Cephalosporins are a group of beta-lactam antibiotics widely used for infections.
    • They are classified into generations based on their spectrum of activity, resistance to breakdown by enzymes, resistance to breakdown in the body, and effectiveness in CNS infections.

    Cephalosporins: Pharmacokinetics

    • Cephalosporins are commonly administered orally and intravenously .
    • Some cephalosporins exhibit broad distribution throughout the body.
    • Specific generations show varying effectiveness in the central nervous system (e.g., poor penetration for the first and second generations, while some third-generation cephalosporins have good penetration).

    Patient Case Study

    • Treatment for intra-abdominal infections comprising multiple anaerobic organisms should be evaluated on a patient-by-patient basis
    • Whether ceftriaxone is an adequate treatment needs to be assessed based on the patient's condition, specific pathogens, and individual needs.

    Monobactam and Carbapenem

    • Monobactams (e.g., aztreonam) are primarily effective against Gram-negative bacteria.
      • They are stable and resistant to beta-lactamases.
    • Carbapenems (e.g., ertapenem, imipenem, meropenem) offer a broader spectrum of activity, targeting both Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, as well as some anaerobes.
      • These are also beta-lactam resistant.

    Mechanism of Beta-Lactam Resistance:

    • Mechanisms of beta-lactams resistance exist (e.g., low affinity binding, breakdown by beta-lactamase, failure to penetrate outer membrane).

    Altered Target Mechanism

    • Some bacteria develop resistance by modifying their penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), lowering their affinity for beta-lactam antibiotics like methicillin.
    • This is seen commonly with Staphylococcus aureus.
    • Stepwise mutations in penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs) of Streptococcus pneumoniae and viridans streptococci lead to resistance.

    Beta-Lactamase

    • Different types of beta-lactamases are produced by both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria (there are more than 1,000).
    • Beta-Lactamase inhibitors are used with beta-lactams to protect them from enzymatic breakdown by beta-lactamases.

    Genotypic Detection

    • Real-time PCR is a powerful tool for identifying specific resistance genes (e.g., mecA in MRSA) in bacteria.

    Vancomycin Resistance in Enterococci

    • The vanA and vanB genes are commonly associated with vancomycin resistance.

    Other cell wall and cell membrane agents (agents usually restricted for specific indications)

    • Fosfomycin is primarily used for urinary tract infections, polymyxins treat multi-drug resistant gram-negative rods whereas Isoniazid and Ethambutol are first-line drugs used against tuberculosis.

    Susceptibility Testing

    • Disk diffusion (Kirby-Bauer), gradient (E-test), and automated systems are used to determine antibiotic susceptibility.
    • The minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) is the lowest antibiotic concentration needed to prevent bacterial growth.

    Glycopeptides

    • Glycopeptides (e.g., vancomycin, teicoplanin) interfere with peptidoglycan synthesis.
    • Glycopeptides are mainly active against Gram-positive bacteria, including MRSA.

    Glycopeptide Resistance Mechanism

    • Resistance is frequently seen as a result of substitution of D-alanyl-D-alanine (D-Ala-D-Ala) with D-alanyl-D-lactate (D-Ala-D-Lac) in peptidoglycan precursors, altering binding affinity for vancomycin.

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