6 Questions
Which of the following is a natural penicillin?
Penicillin G
Which type of penicillin is classified as a semisynthetic penicillin?
Methicillin
Which type of penicillin includes amoxicillin?
Semisynthetic penicillins
Which group of penicillins includes oxacillin and cloxacillin?
Carboxypenicillins
Which group of penicillins includes flucloxacillin?
Aminopenicillins
Which penicillin is also known as benzylpenicillin?
Penicillin G
Study Notes
Natural Penicillins
- Penicillin G is a natural penicillin.
Semisynthetic Penicillins
- Methicillin is classified as a semisynthetic penicillin.
Aminopenicillins
- Amoxicillin is an example of an aminopenicillin.
Antistaphylococcal Penicillins
- Oxacillin and cloxacillin are classified as antistaphylococcal penicillins.
Isoxazolyl Penicillins
- Flucloxacillin is an example of an isoxazolyl penicillin.
Penicillin Nomenclature
- Penicillin G is also known as benzylpenicillin.
Test your knowledge of different types of penicillins with this quiz! Explore natural penicillins, semisynthetic penicillins, aminopenicillins, carboxypenicillins, and ureidopenicillins.
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