Fluroquinolones Flashcards

1
Q

What is the mechanism of fluoroquinolone action?

A

Inhibit bacterial DNA synthesis by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV

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2
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FQs are bacteri______ (static/cidal).

A

Bactericidal

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