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What is the therapeutic use of co-trimoxazole?
What is the therapeutic use of co-trimoxazole?
- Bacterial endocarditis
- Typhoid
- Urinary tract infections (correct)
- Bacterial prostatitis
Which adverse effect is associated with sulfonamides?
Which adverse effect is associated with sulfonamides?
- Kidney stones (correct)
- Hypertension
- Hyperglycemia
- Hypothyroidism
What is the role of folic acid in bacteria?
What is the role of folic acid in bacteria?
- Is required for DNA synthesis
- Serves as a building block for RNA synthesis
- Competes with PABA for bacterial folic acid synthesis (correct)
- Acts synergistically with sulfamethoxazole
Which component competes with PABA for bacterial folic acid synthesis?
Which component competes with PABA for bacterial folic acid synthesis?
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What is the antibacterial spectrum of sulfonamides?
What is the antibacterial spectrum of sulfonamides?
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How do beta lactamase inhibitors extend the spectrum of penicillins?
How do beta lactamase inhibitors extend the spectrum of penicillins?
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What is the mechanism of action of trimethoprim?
What is the mechanism of action of trimethoprim?
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How is the combination of trimethoprim and sulphamethoxazole (co-trimoxazole) different from their individual actions?
How is the combination of trimethoprim and sulphamethoxazole (co-trimoxazole) different from their individual actions?
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What is the major therapeutic use of Penicillin G?
What is the major therapeutic use of Penicillin G?
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Which combination is considered bactericidal?
Which combination is considered bactericidal?
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