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What is the primary concern of Pharmacokinetics?
Which of the following is an indication for antibiotic sensitivity testing?
What is the primary route of administration for severe infections?
What is a significant contributor to the development of antimicrobial resistance?
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Which of the following is NOT an adverse effect of antibiotics?
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What is the primary purpose of gram staining in microbiology?
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What is the term for toxic effects on the ear?
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Why is antibiotic sensitivity testing important?
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Which type of antibiotics is effective against a wide variety of microbial species?
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What is the primary goal of antibiotic sensitivity testing?
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What is the main difference between Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria?
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Why is it essential to determine the antibiotic sensitivity of bacteria?
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What type of antibiotics is useful in treating infections caused by multidrug-resistant bacteria?
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Which of the following antibiotics is an example of a natural antibiotic?
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What is the primary use of Narrow-Spectrum Antibiotics?
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What is the classification of antibiotics based on their source?
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What is the primary mechanism of action for bactericidal antibiotics?
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Which of the following combinations of antibiotics is an example of synergism?
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Which of the following is NOT a reason for combining antibiotics?
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Which of the following scenarios is most likely to lead to the development of antimicrobial resistance?
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Which of the following is a common adverse effect associated with antibiotic use?
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Which of the following describes the process of antibiotic sensitivity testing?
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What is the main difference between bacteriostatic and bactericidal antibiotics?
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Which of the following antibiotic combinations is used to treat a mixed bacterial infection like periodontitis?
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Study Notes
Indications for Culture and Antibiotic Sensitivity Testing
- Essential for patients with compromised immune systems (e.g., AIDS, leukemia)
- Crucial for rapidly progressive infections that require immediate attention
- Recommended when infections do not respond after 48 hours of treatment
- Important for managing recurrent infections
- Necessary for infections previously treated with multiple antibiotics
Routes of Administration
- Oral Route: Used for mild to moderate infections; available as syrup, suspension, tablets, or capsules
- Parenteral Administration (IV/IM): Essential for severe infections, ensures high serum concentrations; used when drugs are poorly absorbed gastrointestinally; supplied in ampules or vials
Antibiotic Resistance (AMR)
- Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria can withstand antibiotic treatment, making standard therapies ineffective
- Contributes to persistent infections and increased mortality rates
- Misuse and overuse of antibiotics in healthcare significantly drive this issue
- Requires international cooperation across healthcare sectors to manage effectively
Adverse Effects of Antibiotics
- Common adverse effects include allergy and gastrointestinal issues
- Potential for antibiotic resistance develops with misuse
- Other effects: oral fungal infections, nephrotoxicity, tooth discoloration, vitamin B deficiency, and ototoxicity (hearing loss)
Terminology: Pharmacokinetics
- Pharmacokinetics deals with the drug's absorption, distribution, metabolism, and excretion within the body
Antibiotic Classification
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According to Source:
- Natural: Penicillin, Erythromycin
- Synthetic: Sulfonamides, Quinolones
- Semisynthetic: Ampicillin, Amoxicillin
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According to Antimicrobial Spectrum:
- Narrow-Spectrum: Effective against specific bacteria (e.g., gram-positive or gram-negative)
- Broad-Spectrum: Effective against a wide range of species, useful for complex infections
- Extended-Spectrum: Effective against gram-positive and some gram-negative bacteria; useful for multi-drug resistant infections
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According to Mode of Action:
- Bacteriostatic Antibiotics: Inhibit bacterial growth, allowing the immune system to eliminate pathogens
- Bactericidal Antibiotics: Directly kill bacteria, appropriate for severely ill patients
Mechanism of Action of Different Antibiotics
- Inhibition of Cell Wall Synthesis: Disrupts bacterial cell structure
- Inhibition of DNA Synthesis: Suppresses bacterial replication
- Inhibition of Ribosomal Protein Synthesis: Affects bacterial protein production
- Inhibition of Bacterial Metabolism: Interferes with metabolic processes essential for bacterial survival
Combination of Antibiotics
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Indications for Combination:
- To broaden the antibiotic spectrum (e.g., Augmentin: Amoxicillin & Clavulanic acid)
- To treat mixed bacterial infections like periodontitis
- For managing serious infections such as meningitis
- To combat resistant strains (e.g., tuberculosis, syphilis)
- To minimize drug toxicity using lower doses of two drugs
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Results of Combinations:
- Synergism: Combination of two bactericidal antibiotics results in a greater effect than if used alone (e.g., Penicillin + Aminoglycoside)
- Addition: Combination of two bacteriostatic antibiotics produces an effect equal to their individual contributions (e.g., Tetracycline + Sulphonamide)
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This quiz covers the essential scenarios where culture and antibiotic sensitivity testing is necessary, including for patients with compromised immune systems, severe infections, and more.
