Antibiotics Groups
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Which type of antibiotics kills the organisms?

  • Narrow spectrum
  • Bactericidal (correct)
  • Broad-spectrum
  • Bacteriostatic

    • Which type of antibiotics temporarily inhibits the growth of an organism?

  • Bacteriostatic (correct)
  • Bactericidal
  • Broad-spectrum
  • Narrow spectrum

    • Which type of antibiotics have specific activity?

  • Broad-spectrum
  • Narrow spectrum (correct)
  • Bacteriostatic
  • Bactericidal

    • Which type of antibiotics have non specific activity?

    <p>Broad-spectrum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) for an antibiotic?

    <p>The concentration at which the drug is most effective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What can happen if antibiotics with a broad spectrum of activity are used frequently?

    <p>Reduced effectiveness of the antibiotics</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it generally preferred to treat with a narrow spectrum drug when possible?

    <p>Narrow spectrum drugs are more effective</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of antibiotic directly interacts with the cell wall by preventing synthesis of the NAG/NAM polymers?

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

    Which antibiotic targets the cell wall by inhibiting the transpeptidase, leading to osmotic burst and structural instability?

    <p>Beta-lactam antibiotic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibiotic group is known for its resistance due to a beta-lactamase enzyme that breaks the lactam ring?

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

    Which generation of cephalosporins is considered less effective against Gram-positive bacteria compared to the 1st generation?

    <p>2nd generation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibiotic group is a cyclic peptide that interferes with dephosphorylation of isoprenyl carriers for cell wall synthesis?

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

    Which antibiotic binds to a highly conserved motif of lipid II and lipid III, precursors of peptidoglycan and cell wall teichoic acid, respectively?

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

    Which antibiotic is on the World Health Organization's List of Essential Medicines and is commonly used as an aftercare antibiotic on tattoos and circumcision?

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

    Which type of β-lactamases can hydrolyze third-generation cephalosporins but are inhibited by clavulanic acid?

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

    What is a concern in human medicine regarding the evolution of ESBLs?

    <p>Build up of reservoirs for ESBLs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of antibiotics binds to the 30S subunit and affects a number of steps in protein synthesis, leading to non-functional proteins?

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

    Which group of antibiotics can be absorbed orally but varies in group, and can cause gastrointestinal imbalances?

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

    Which group of antibiotics binds to the 50S subunit and prevents linking of amino acids to growing peptides?

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

    Which group of antibiotics blocks 50S activity and is active against Gram-positive bacteria and anaerobic bacteria?

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

    Which group of antibiotics work on DNA by being a competitive inhibitor of the enzyme dihydropteroate synthase, leading to lack of DNA synthesis?

    <p>Sulphonamides and Trimethoprim</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which pathway can be impacted by Rifampicin, potentially affecting the elimination of other medications?

    <p>P450 degradative pathway</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are cationic microbial peptides only tend to be used topically?

    <p>They can interact with mammalian cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the impact of infection site on drug activity?

    <p>It can alter drug activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of drug requires anaerobic growth for its effectiveness?

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

    What is the impact of increasing the serum concentration above the MIC for time-dependent antibiotics?

    <p>It does not increase killing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of drug activity requires high concentrations of drug binding site to be effective?

    <p>Concentration-dependent activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the risk of maintaining a high antibiotic concentration for a longer duration?

    <p>Increased risk of antibiotic resistance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of Rifampicin?

    <p>Inhibits DNA dependant RNA polymerase activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do cationic microbial peptides preferentially interact with bacterial membranes?

    <p>Charge dynamics of bacterial membranes differ from that of the host</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the target of action for antibiotics that target the cell wall?

    <p>Cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Inhibit the transpeptidase, preventing peptide cross links in the cell wall</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the resistance mechanism for penicillin?

    <p>Beta-lactamase enzyme that breaks the lactam ring</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the difference between bactericidal and bacteriostatic antibiotics?

    <p>Bactericidal antibiotics kill the organisms, while bacteriostatic antibiotics temporarily inhibit the growth of an organism.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) for antibiotics?

    <p>The MIC is the minimum concentration of an antibiotic needed to inhibit the growth of bacteria. It helps determine the effectiveness of the drug during therapy.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it generally preferred to treat with a narrow spectrum antibiotic when possible?

    <p>Treating with a narrow spectrum antibiotic targets a specific group of bacteria, reducing the impact on other bacteria and hosts, and minimizing the development of resistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of β-lactamases?

    <p>β-lactamases hydrolyze/inactivate third-generation cephalosporins.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the concern regarding the evolution of ESBLs in human medicine?

    <p>ESBLs are a concern because they can reduce the effectiveness of third-generation cephalosporins, an important class of antibiotics.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of antibiotics binds to the 50S subunit and prevents linking of amino acids to growing peptides?

    <p>Chloramphenicol binds to the 50S subunit and prevents the linking of amino acids, leading to inhibition of protein synthesis.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the impact of Rifampicin on the p450 degradative pathway in the liver and its potential effect on the elimination of other medications.

    <p>Rifampicin can trigger the p450 degradative pathway in the liver, which can affect the elimination of other medications that rely on this pathway for metabolism and clearance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the mechanism of action of cationic microbial peptides and why are they typically only used topically?

    <p>Cationic microbial peptides interact with bacterial membranes due to the charge dynamics. They are typically used topically because at high concentrations they can also interact with mammalian cells, causing potential damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can the infection site alter the activity of antibiotics?

    <p>The infection site can alter antibiotic activity by creating an environment that is either aerobic or anaerobic, impacting the effectiveness of certain antibiotics. For example, nitroimidazoles require anaerobic metabolism to activate the drug, while aminoglycosides require anaerobic growth to enter bacteria.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Explain the concept of time-dependent activity in antibiotics.

    <p>Time-dependent activity refers to the requirement of maintaining the serum concentration of an antibiotic above the minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) for a certain period of time to effectively kill the bacteria. Increasing the serum concentration above the MIC does not further enhance killing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the characteristics of concentration-dependent activity in antibiotics?

    <p>Concentration-dependent activity means that killing of bacteria increases with increasing antibiotic concentration. High concentrations of the drug at the binding site are required for effectiveness. However, it is not always beneficial to maintain high concentrations between doses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the relationship between the duration of antibiotic presence and the risk of antibiotic resistance?

    <p>The longer an antibiotic is present at higher concentrations, the greater the risk of selecting for antibiotic resistance.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Antibiotics Classification and Mechanism

    • Bactericidal antibiotics kill organisms
    • Bacteriostatic antibiotics temporarily inhibit the growth of an organism
    • Narrow-spectrum antibiotics have specific activity
    • Broad-spectrum antibiotics have non-specific activity

    Minimum Inhibitory Concentration (MIC)

    • MIC is the lowest concentration of an antibiotic that inhibits the visible growth of a microorganism
    • MIC is used to determine the effectiveness of an antibiotic against a particular microorganism

    Antibiotic Resistance and Spectrum

    • Frequent use of broad-spectrum antibiotics can lead to antibiotic resistance
    • Narrow-spectrum antibiotics are generally preferred to reduce the risk of antibiotic resistance
    • Broad-spectrum antibiotics can alter the gut microbiome, leading to unforeseen consequences

    Beta-Lactam Antibiotics

    • Beta-lactam antibiotics directly interact with the cell wall by preventing synthesis of the NAG/NAM polymers
    • Penicillin targets the cell wall by inhibiting the transpeptidase, leading to osmotic burst and structural instability
    • Cephalosporins are a type of beta-lactam antibiotic
    • Third-generation cephalosporins are effective against Gram-negative bacteria
    • Extended-spectrum beta-lactamases (ESBLs) are a type of beta-lactamase that can hydrolyze third-generation cephalosporins
    • ESBLs are inhibited by clavulanic acid
    • The evolution of ESBLs is a concern in human medicine

    Other Antibiotics

    • Glycopeptides bind to a highly conserved motif of lipid II and lipid III, precursors of peptidoglycan and cell wall teichoic acid, respectively
    • Bacitracin is a cyclic peptide that interferes with dephosphorylation of isoprenyl carriers for cell wall synthesis
    • Mupirocin is an antibiotic that is commonly used as an aftercare antibiotic on tattoos and circumcision
    • Aminoglycosides bind to the 30S subunit and affect a number of steps in protein synthesis, leading to non-functional proteins
    • Macrolides bind to the 50S subunit and prevent linking of amino acids to growing peptides
    • Lincosamides block 50S activity and are active against Gram-positive bacteria and anaerobic bacteria
    • Folate inhibitors work on DNA by being a competitive inhibitor of the enzyme dihydropteroate synthase, leading to a lack of DNA synthesis
    • Rifampicin targets DNA-dependent RNA polymerase, inhibiting RNA synthesis

    Antibiotic Pharmacology

    • Antibiotic activity can be affected by the site of infection
    • Metronidazole requires anaerobic growth for its effectiveness
    • Increasing the serum concentration above the MIC for time-dependent antibiotics does not increase their effectiveness
    • Concentration-dependent antibiotics require high concentrations of drug binding site to be effective
    • Maintaining a high antibiotic concentration for a longer duration can increase the risk of antibiotic resistance
    • Cationic microbial peptides preferentially interact with bacterial membranes due to their positive charge
    • Rifampicin can induce the cytochrome P450 system, potentially affecting the elimination of other medications

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