15 Questions
Which penicillins must be given on an empty stomach?
Flucloxacillin
What is the most important side-effect of penicillins?
Hypersensitivity causing rashes and anaphylaxis
What is the function of clavulanic acid in co-amoxiclav?
Inactivates beta-lactamases
Which dosage form of co-amoxiclav is given for intravenous injection only?
1200 (1000 + 200) Injection
What is the primary purpose of amoxicillin and clavulanic acid combinations?
Combating beta-lactamase-producing bacteria
Which of the following is an example of a natural penicillin?
Phenoxymethylpenicillin
What is the primary function of penicillinase-resistant penicillins?
Resisting inactivation by penicillinase enzymes
Which combination is given twice daily and available in a 457(400 + 57) suspension dosage form?
457(400 + 57) suspension
Which of the following penicillins should be administered on an empty stomach?
Ampicillin
What is the mechanism of action of clavulanic acid in co-amoxiclav?
Inactivating beta-lactamases
What is the primary function of beta-lactamase inhibitor in co-amoxiclav?
Inactivating beta-lactamases
Which penicillin group is effective against beta-lactamase-producing bacteria?
Penicillinase-resistant penicillins
What is the most important side-effect of penicillins?
Hypersensitivity reactions
Which penicillin must be given on an empty stomach?
Flucloxacillin
Which combination is available in a 156 (125 + 31) suspension dosage form for twice daily administration?
457(400 + 57) suspension
Test your knowledge on the classification of penicillins and their examples. Learn about natural, penicillinase-resistant, broad-spectrum, and antipseudomonal penicillins. Explore the key side-effects associated with penicillins.
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