Combinations of antibiotics Flashcards
1
Q
Why are antibiotics given in combinations for the treatment of pneumonia?
A
To cover a broad range of possible infecting organisms
2
Q
Why are antibiotics given in combinations for the treatment of TB?
A
To prevent the development of a resistance
3
Q
Why are antibiotics given in combinations for the treatment of some cases of endocarditis?
A
For the synergistic effect
