10 Questions
What is the drug of choice for preventing infection by group streptococci to avoid recurrences of rheumatic fever?
Penicillin G
Which antibiotic may be given for prophylaxis to close contacts of a cholera case?
Tetracycline
What antibiotic may be used for prophylaxis in high-risk dental procedures to prevent bacteremia?
Amoxicillin
Which antibiotic is commonly used for prophylaxis in catheterization or instrumentation of the urinary tract?
Fluoroquinolone
What antibiotic regimen is often used for prophylaxis in immunocompromised patients receiving corticosteroids or antineoplastic chemotherapy?
Penicillin/cephalosporin + tetracycline
For what purpose might prophylactic antibiotics be given to prevent postpartum infections in mothers?
To avoid secondary bacterial invasion in viral infections
Which situation is associated with the use of prophylactic antibiotics to prevent respiratory infections in those on respirators?
Tonsillectomy
What is the main benefit of giving doxycycline to travelers visiting malaria-endemic areas with high transmission rates?
Preventing malaria infection
Which antibiotic is commonly used for prophylaxis in catheterization or instrumentation of the urinary tract?
Fluoroquinolone
Why is prophylactic antibiotic treatment important for dental extractions, tonsillectomy, and endoscopies?
To prevent bacteremia induced by mucosal damage
Learn about the drugs designed to inhibit or kill infecting organisms with minimal effect on recipients. Explore the different types of antimicrobial agents, including antibacterial, antifungal, antiparasitic, and antiviral drugs.
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