MI 1.2.1 antibiotic study guide Flashcards
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Cephalosporins
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Kills gram positive cocci (sometimes gram negative)
2
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What structure does Cephalosporins affect?
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They affect cell walls, stretoskeleton, which disrupts bacteria shape.
3
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How does Cephalosporin impact bacteria structure?
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As it binds to the penicillin-binding, the bacteria can no longer synthesize peptidoglycan, leading to cell death because it no longer has protection against chemicals.
4
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What are come common examples of Cephalosporin?
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Cefazolin (1st generation)
Cefrariaxone (3 rd generation)
Ceftaroline (or Telflaro) (5 th generation
5
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Nirtoimidazole
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Kills both gram-positive and gram negative
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