5 Questions
Which enzyme do penicillins competitively inhibit?
DD-transpeptidase
What is the result of penicillin's inhibition of DD-transpeptidase?
Cell wall weakening
What is the role of ß-lactamase in bacterial resistance to penicillin?
Breaking down the ß-lactam ring
Which penicillin is commonly used for streptococcal infections like tonsillitis and pneumonia?
Phenoxymethylpenicillin
In addition to streptococcal infections, what other type of infection can Amoxicillin/Co-Amoxiclav be used for?
E. coli UTI
Test your knowledge on the mechanism of action of penicillins. Learn how penicillins competitively inhibit penicillin-binding proteins, weaken bacterial cell walls, and ultimately lead to cell lysis. Explore the role of the ß-lactam ring in their chemical structure.
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