Anti-Infective Agents Flashcards
1
Q
Therapeutic Action
A
Interferes with…
- with biosynthesis of pathogen cell wall
- steps involved with protein and DNA synthesis
Alters permeability of cell membrane
2
Q
2 types of actions
A
Bactericidal - kills infective microorganisms
Bacteriostatic - interfere with ability of cells to divide
3
Q
Why is it hard to treat infections?
A
- drugs cant completely eliminate all
- pt dont have immune response to deal with it
4
Q
Ability to adapt over time to anti-infective drug. Can be Natural or acquired
A
Resistance
5
Q
Purpose
A
- treatment of systemic infections
- prevent infections
