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What is a major side effect of chloramphenicol that distinguishes it from other antibiotics?
What is a major side effect of chloramphenicol that distinguishes it from other antibiotics?
What type of infections is metronidazole primarily used to treat?
What type of infections is metronidazole primarily used to treat?
What is the mechanism of action for both Tamiflu and Relenza?
What is the mechanism of action for both Tamiflu and Relenza?
What are two common side effects associated with both Tamiflu and Relenza?
What are two common side effects associated with both Tamiflu and Relenza?
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Why do drug resistance problems occur?
Why do drug resistance problems occur?
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What is the mechanism through which penicillin exerts its antibacterial effect?
What is the mechanism through which penicillin exerts its antibacterial effect?
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Which of the following infections is NOT commonly treated by penicillin?
Which of the following infections is NOT commonly treated by penicillin?
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What is a key side effect associated with cephalosporins?
What is a key side effect associated with cephalosporins?
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Which antibiotic is known for its narrow spectrum and restricted use due to toxicity?
Which antibiotic is known for its narrow spectrum and restricted use due to toxicity?
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Gentamicin primarily targets which type of bacteria?
Gentamicin primarily targets which type of bacteria?
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What type of antibiotic is Clavamox, and how does it act?
What type of antibiotic is Clavamox, and how does it act?
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What is one of the main mechanisms of action of ciprofloxacin?
What is one of the main mechanisms of action of ciprofloxacin?
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Bacitracin is primarily used in which manner?
Bacitracin is primarily used in which manner?
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Study Notes
Penicillin
- Mechanism of Action: Damages cell walls by blocking peptidoglycan synthesis, leading to lysis.
- Uses: Treats throat infections, meningitis, and syphilis.
- Gram Specificity: Primarily for gram-positive cocci and some gram-negative bacteria.
- Side Effects: Allergies and resistant strains.
Cephalosporins
- Mechanism of Action: Damages cell walls by blocking peptidoglycan synthesis, leading to lysis.
- Uses: Treats gonorrhea, soft tissue infections, UTIs, and skin infections.
- Side Effects: Inhibition of prothrombin synthesis, decreased circulation, and nephritis.
Gentamicin
- Mechanism of Action: Inhibits protein synthesis by binding to ribosomal subunits. Less toxic than other options.
- Uses: Treats UTIs, GI tract infections, chest infections, and E. coli infections.
- Gram Specificity: Used against aerobic gram-negative rods.
- Side Effects: Diarrhea, enterocolitis, hearing loss, dizziness, and kidney damage.
Clavamox
- Mechanism of Action: Inhibits cell wall synthesis by attaching to penicillin-binding proteins.
- Uses: Treats skin infections, soft tissue infections, and periodontal infections.
- Side Effects: Diarrhea, vomiting, and allergies.
Vancomycin
- Mechanism of Action: Damages cell walls, causing lysis.
- Special Features: Non-beta lactam cell wall inhibitor, narrow-spectrum antibiotic. Highly toxic and restricted use.
- Uses: Primarily for penicillin and methicillin-resistant strains or patients allergic to penicillin; treatment of Staphylococcal infections.
Ciprofloxacin
- Mechanism of Action: Disrupts bacterial DNA replication by inhibiting DNA gyrase enzymes.
- Uses: Treats UTIs, lower respiratory tract infections, gonorrhea, and joint/bone infections.
- Gram Specificity: Primarily used against gram-negative bacteria.
- Side Effects: Nausea, diarrhea, rapid heartbeat, lightheadedness, and chest pain.
Bacitracin
- Mechanism of Action: Damages cell walls, causing lysis.
- Uses: Topical ointment for narrow spectrum infections.
Clindamycin
- Mechanism of Action: Disrupts protein synthesis by binding to 50S ribosomal subunits.
- Uses: Treats anaerobic streptococcal and staphylococcal infections.
- Side Effects: Diarrhea, chest pain, and dark urine/stool.
Chloramphenicol
- Mechanism of Action: Blocks peptide bond formation and protein synthesis.
- Special Features: Highly toxic, restricted use, potentially irreversible bone marrow damage.
- Uses: Treatment of superficial eye infections like conjunctivitis and otitis externa
- Side Effects: Thyroid fever, brain abscesses, rickettsial and chlamydial infections.
Metronidazole
- Uses: Treatment of anaerobic infections, such as intra-abdominal infections.
Antiviral Drugs (Reverse Transcriptase Inhibitors)
- Information about specific antiviral drugs targeting reverse transcriptase is missing.
Drug Resistance
- Causes: Mutations and transfer of plasmids.
- Effect: Resistant cells survive while sensitive cells are inhibited or destroyed, leading to widespread resistance within a population.
Tamiflu and Relenza
- Mechanism of Action: Both block neuraminidase (required for virus release). Neither blocks early influenza cycles.
- Uses: Treatment of Influenza A & B.
- Administration: Tamiflu – oral pill; Relenza – inhaler.
- Side Effects: Anaphylaxis, diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting.
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Test your knowledge on antibiotics, including Penicillin, Cephalosporins, and Gentamicin. This quiz covers their mechanisms of action, uses in treatment, gram specificity, and potential side effects. Understand the critical roles these antibiotics play in treating bacterial infections.
