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What is one of the problems in treating Mycobacteria SPP mentioned in the text?
What is one of the problems in treating Mycobacteria SPP mentioned in the text?
- Fast growth rate
- High permeability due to a thin cell wall
- Dormant state in the body for a short period (correct)
- Treatable with only one drug
Why are first-line agents always used in combination for treating Mycobacteria SPP?
Why are first-line agents always used in combination for treating Mycobacteria SPP?
- To speed up the treatment process
- To prevent the development of resistance (correct)
- Because single-drug treatment is more effective
- To reduce the cost of medication
What characteristic of the cell wall of Mycobacteria SPP makes it difficult for drugs to enter?
What characteristic of the cell wall of Mycobacteria SPP makes it difficult for drugs to enter?
- Thin structure
- High permeability
- Lipid-rich composition (correct)
- Protein-rich composition
How long does it typically take for symptoms to develop after Mycobacteria SPP enters the body?
How long does it typically take for symptoms to develop after Mycobacteria SPP enters the body?
When are second-line agents used in treating Mycobacteria SPP?
When are second-line agents used in treating Mycobacteria SPP?
How many drugs are typically given during the initial intensive phase of tuberculosis treatment?
How many drugs are typically given during the initial intensive phase of tuberculosis treatment?
Which drug allows the total duration of therapy for tuberculosis to be reduced to 6 months without loss of efficacy?
Which drug allows the total duration of therapy for tuberculosis to be reduced to 6 months without loss of efficacy?
What is the mechanism of action of Isoniazid against Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
What is the mechanism of action of Isoniazid against Mycobacterium tuberculosis?
Which enzyme activates Isoniazid within Mycobacterium tuberculosis cells?
Which enzyme activates Isoniazid within Mycobacterium tuberculosis cells?
When is the continuation phase of tuberculosis treatment initiated?
When is the continuation phase of tuberculosis treatment initiated?
What is the main reason to extend tuberculosis treatment for an additional 4 months in some cases?
What is the main reason to extend tuberculosis treatment for an additional 4 months in some cases?
What is the recommended daily dosage of Isoniazid for treatment of latent tuberculosis?
What is the recommended daily dosage of Isoniazid for treatment of latent tuberculosis?
Which enzyme is responsible for metabolizing Isoniazid in the liver?
Which enzyme is responsible for metabolizing Isoniazid in the liver?
What is a common adverse effect of Isoniazid that can be prevented by supplementing with Pyridoxine?
What is a common adverse effect of Isoniazid that can be prevented by supplementing with Pyridoxine?
Which body fluid or tissue has concentrations of Isoniazid ranging from 20% to 100% of simultaneous serum concentrations?
Which body fluid or tissue has concentrations of Isoniazid ranging from 20% to 100% of simultaneous serum concentrations?
All medications can experience increased concentrations due to the inhibitory effects of Isoniazid on cytochrome P450 enzymes, except?
All medications can experience increased concentrations due to the inhibitory effects of Isoniazid on cytochrome P450 enzymes, except?
How does Rifampin exert its bactericidal effect on mycobacteria?
How does Rifampin exert its bactericidal effect on mycobacteria?
What is the primary mechanism of resistance to Rifampin?
What is the primary mechanism of resistance to Rifampin?
How is Rifampin mainly excreted from the body?
How is Rifampin mainly excreted from the body?
What is a characteristic of Rifampin that allows it to kill intracellular organisms?
What is a characteristic of Rifampin that allows it to kill intracellular organisms?
How does Rifampin affect the elimination of other drugs in the body?
How does Rifampin affect the elimination of other drugs in the body?
What type of organisms is Rifampin active against in vitro?
What type of organisms is Rifampin active against in vitro?
What is the mechanism of action of Rifampin in inhibiting bacterial RNA synthesis?
What is the mechanism of action of Rifampin in inhibiting bacterial RNA synthesis?
Which factor can lead to resistance to Rifampin in bacteria?
Which factor can lead to resistance to Rifampin in bacteria?
In what scenario does Rifampin achieve adequate cerebrospinal fluid concentrations?
In what scenario does Rifampin achieve adequate cerebrospinal fluid concentrations?
Which adverse effect is occasionally associated with Rifampin use?
Which adverse effect is occasionally associated with Rifampin use?
How does Rifampin impact the metabolism of other drugs in the body?
How does Rifampin impact the metabolism of other drugs in the body?
For what purpose is Rifampin commonly used as prophylaxis?
For what purpose is Rifampin commonly used as prophylaxis?
What is the primary mechanism of resistance to ethambutol?
What is the primary mechanism of resistance to ethambutol?
How does ethambutol affect renal failure patients?
How does ethambutol affect renal failure patients?
What is the most common serious adverse event associated with ethambutol use?
What is the most common serious adverse event associated with ethambutol use?
When does ethambutol cross the blood-brain barrier?
When does ethambutol cross the blood-brain barrier?
In what scenario should ethambutol dosage be reduced to three times weekly?
In what scenario should ethambutol dosage be reduced to three times weekly?
What is the recommended monitoring schedule for visual acuity and color discrimination in patients taking ethambutol?
What is the recommended monitoring schedule for visual acuity and color discrimination in patients taking ethambutol?
What is the active form of Pyrazinamide that exerts its activity against mycobacteria?
What is the active form of Pyrazinamide that exerts its activity against mycobacteria?
How is Rifampin mainly excreted from the body?
How is Rifampin mainly excreted from the body?
How does Pyrazinamide exert its activity against mycobacteria?
How does Pyrazinamide exert its activity against mycobacteria?
What is the main cause of resistance to Pyrazinamide?
What is the main cause of resistance to Pyrazinamide?
Where is Pyrazinamide converted to its active form, pyrazinoic acid?
Where is Pyrazinamide converted to its active form, pyrazinoic acid?
What is the primary site of action of Pyrazinamide against mycobacteria?
What is the primary site of action of Pyrazinamide against mycobacteria?
How is Pyrazinamide primarily absorbed in the body?
How is Pyrazinamide primarily absorbed in the body?
Which combination of drugs is recommended for the initial therapy of lepromatous leprosy?
Which combination of drugs is recommended for the initial therapy of lepromatous leprosy?
What is the most widely used drug for leprosy that inhibits folate synthesis?
What is the most widely used drug for leprosy that inhibits folate synthesis?
Which adverse reaction is commonly associated with the use of Dapsone?
Which adverse reaction is commonly associated with the use of Dapsone?
Where is Dapsone predominantly retained in the body?
Where is Dapsone predominantly retained in the body?
What is a common metabolic fate of most excreted Dapsone?
What is a common metabolic fate of most excreted Dapsone?
Which condition is often seen during Dapsone therapy of lepromatous leprosy?
Which condition is often seen during Dapsone therapy of lepromatous leprosy?
In what scenario might the dose of Dapsone need adjustment?
In what scenario might the dose of Dapsone need adjustment?
