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What is the mechanism of action of Dapsone?

  • Inhibition of folate synthesis (correct)
  • Inhibition of protein synthesis
  • Inhibition of ergosterol synthesis
  • Inhibition of DNA replication

What is the mechanism of action of Clofazimine?

  • Binding to DNA and preventing it from serving as a template for future DNA replication (correct)
  • Inhibition of DNA replication
  • Inhibition of folate synthesis
  • Inhibition of ergosterol synthesis

What is the major adverse reaction associated with Dapsone use?

  • Hypertension
  • Hypernatremia
  • Hemolysis (correct)
  • Hyperkalemia

What is the mechanism of action of Amphotericin B?

<p>Formation of pores in the plasma membrane of sensitive fungal cells (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the major adverse effect associated with Amphotericin B use?

<p>Renal impairment and anaphylaxis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of action of Flucytosine?

<p>Inhibition of thymidylate synthase (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the major adverse effect associated with Flucytosine use?

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

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