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Which mechanism of action of antibiotics involves the suppression of bacterial protein synthesis?
Which mechanism of action of antibiotics involves the suppression of bacterial protein synthesis?
- Inhibition of cell wall formation
- Direct toxicity
- Biologic and metabolic alteration in the host
- Induction of autolysis (correct)
What step is recommended in the prophylactic use of antibiotics to be carried out prior to a medical procedure?
What step is recommended in the prophylactic use of antibiotics to be carried out prior to a medical procedure?
- Diagnose the type of microorganism
- Select the proper dose
- Extend duration of drug administration to the proper period
- Begin antibiotic administration 1 to 2 hours prior to the procedure (correct)
Which antibiotic agent is known to be highly antigenic (allergenic)?
Which antibiotic agent is known to be highly antigenic (allergenic)?
- Tetracyclines
- Cephalosporins
- Erythromycin
- Penicillins (correct)
Which antibiotic is associated with direct toxicity and extremely low allergenic effects?
Which antibiotic is associated with direct toxicity and extremely low allergenic effects?
Which antibiotic shows direct toxicity leading to liver damage and tooth discoloration?
Which antibiotic shows direct toxicity leading to liver damage and tooth discoloration?
"When orally administered, 2/3rds or 3/4th of this antibiotic are destroyed in the stomach." Which antibiotic does this statement refer to?
"When orally administered, 2/3rds or 3/4th of this antibiotic are destroyed in the stomach." Which antibiotic does this statement refer to?
Which type of allergic reaction to penicillin is characterized by urticaria and anaphylactic shock?
Which type of allergic reaction to penicillin is characterized by urticaria and anaphylactic shock?
What percentage of Penicillin V is absorbed when taken orally?
What percentage of Penicillin V is absorbed when taken orally?
Which enzyme is effective against B-lactamase and is a component of Augmentin?
Which enzyme is effective against B-lactamase and is a component of Augmentin?
Which of the following penicillins is semi-synthetic and stable against gastric acid?
Which of the following penicillins is semi-synthetic and stable against gastric acid?
What type of organisms are more sensitive to Cephalosporins among Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria?
What type of organisms are more sensitive to Cephalosporins among Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria?
Which antibiotic is safe in case of impaired renal function due to being detoxified in the liver?
Which antibiotic is safe in case of impaired renal function due to being detoxified in the liver?
What is the drug of choice for orofacial infections caused by both aerobes and anaerobes?
What is the drug of choice for orofacial infections caused by both aerobes and anaerobes?
What is the primary route of administration for Clindamycin and Lincomycin?
What is the primary route of administration for Clindamycin and Lincomycin?
Which antibiotic is characterized by a large macrolide ring and destroyed by gastric acid, necessitating an enteric coating?
Which antibiotic is characterized by a large macrolide ring and destroyed by gastric acid, necessitating an enteric coating?
What adverse effect is extremely rare with Erythromycin?
What adverse effect is extremely rare with Erythromycin?
Which antibiotic has a greater effect against anaerobes compared to Erythromycin?
Which antibiotic has a greater effect against anaerobes compared to Erythromycin?
What is the pharmacologic effect of Diazepam (Valium) according to the text?
What is the pharmacologic effect of Diazepam (Valium) according to the text?
Which antibiotic exhibits cross-allergy with penicillin due to being chemically closely related to Cephalosporins?
Which antibiotic exhibits cross-allergy with penicillin due to being chemically closely related to Cephalosporins?
Which of the following is NOT an adverse effect of Diazepam (Valium) as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT an adverse effect of Diazepam (Valium) as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following conditions is a contraindication for using Barbiturates based on the text?
Which of the following conditions is a contraindication for using Barbiturates based on the text?
What is the adult oral dose range for Diazepam (Valium) based on the text?
What is the adult oral dose range for Diazepam (Valium) based on the text?
What is one of the differences between Barbiturates and Non-Barbiturates based on the text?
What is one of the differences between Barbiturates and Non-Barbiturates based on the text?
Which drug from the provided list is classified as a Non-Barbiturate and has sedative-hypnotic properties?
Which drug from the provided list is classified as a Non-Barbiturate and has sedative-hypnotic properties?
Which of the following tetracyclines is associated with major adverse effect pseudomembranous colitis?
Which of the following tetracyclines is associated with major adverse effect pseudomembranous colitis?
What is the spectrum of tetracyclines in terms of bacteria they are effective against?
What is the spectrum of tetracyclines in terms of bacteria they are effective against?
What is a common adverse effect of tetracyclines related to the developing dentition?
What is a common adverse effect of tetracyclines related to the developing dentition?
Which route of administration is recommended for metronidazole (Flagyl) to be effective against obligate anaerobic microorganisms?
Which route of administration is recommended for metronidazole (Flagyl) to be effective against obligate anaerobic microorganisms?
What is one of the significant contraindications for using tetracyclines?
What is one of the significant contraindications for using tetracyclines?
Which tetracycline has the highest allergenic potential among the options provided?
Which tetracycline has the highest allergenic potential among the options provided?
