5 Questions
Which drug binds to the 50S ribosomal subunit and blocks chain elongation?
Macrolides
Which drug can lead to antibiotic-associated colitis?
Lincosamides
Which drug is effective against Gram-positive bacteria including MRSA and VRE?
Oxazolidinones
Which drug inhibits cytochrome P-450 and can cause QTc prolongation?
Macrolides
Which drug prevents binding of the drug by methylation of the binding site on the 50S subunit?
Macrolides
Test your knowledge on antimicrobials that inhibit protein synthesis! Learn about the mechanism of action, spectrum of activity, adverse effects, and resistance mechanisms of Macrolides, Lincosamides, Aminoglycosides, Tetracyclines, Oxazolidinones, and Metronidazole.
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