Antimicrobials and Antifungals Flashcards
1
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Beta-Lactam Antibiotics
A
Penicillins - e.g. amoxicillin
Cephlasporins - e.g. cefalexin
Carbapenems - e.g. imipenem
2
Q
Protein Synthesis Inhibitors
A
30s Ribosome inhibitors - tetracycline, doxycyclne, aminoglycosides
50s Ribosome inhibitors - erythromycin, clarithromycin
3
Q
Fluoroquinolones
A
Ciprofloxacin
Levofloxacin
4
Q
Echinocandins
A
Caspofungin
Micafungin
5
Q
Polyene Antifungals
A
Amphotericin B
Nystatin
6
Q
Azoles
A
Imidazoles - e.g. miconazole, ketoconazole, canesten
Trazoles - e.g. fluconazole, itraconazole
