Tetracyclines: Mechanism and Clinical Applications
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What is the mechanism of action of tetracyclines?

  • Inhibit DNA replication
  • Disrupt cell wall synthesis
  • Inhibit RNA transcription
  • Inhibit protein synthesis by binding to the 30s ribosomal subunit (correct)

    • Which condition is tetracycline commonly used to treat?

  • Lyme disease (correct)
  • Tuberculosis
  • HIV
  • Malaria

    • What is the primary mechanism of action of macrolides like erythromycin?

  • Inhibit DNA gyrase
  • Inhibit RNA polymerase
  • Inhibit protein synthesis by binding to the 50s ribosome (correct)
  • Inhibit cell wall synthesis

    • What is a potential drug-drug interaction with macrolides like erythromycin?

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    What is the primary use of oxazolidinones like Linezolid?

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