Antibiotics Flashcards
1
Q
How does clarithromycin work?
A
It is a macrolide, which acts by inhibiting protein synthesis in bacteria by binding to ribosomes and interfering with translocation.
2
Q
A definition of MIC (minimal inhibitory concentration) of antibiotics?
A
The lowest concentration of an antimicrobial that will inhibit the visible growth of microorganism after overnight incubation.
