Fluroquinolones Flashcards
1
Q
What is the mechanism of fluoroquinolone action?
A
Inhibit bacterial DNA synthesis by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV
2
Q
FQs are bacteri______ (static/cidal).
A
Bactericidal
What is the mechanism of fluoroquinolone action?
Inhibit bacterial DNA synthesis by inhibiting DNA gyrase and topoisomerase IV
FQs are bacteri______ (static/cidal).
Bactericidal