Pharmacology - Chapter 84 - Drugs that Weaken the Bacterial Cell Wall 2 - Cephalosporins and others. Flashcards

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Cephalosporins - ___ __ antibiotics that are similar to penicillin structure.

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Beta-lactam.

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What are the first generation cephalosporins that are destroyed by beta-lactamase?

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Cefazolin (Ancef.)

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What are the second generation cephalosporins that are less sensitive to destruction?

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Cefaclor (Ceclor).

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What are the third generation cephalosporins that are highly resistant to beta lactamases?

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Cefoperazone (Cefobid.)

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What are the fourth generation cephalosporins that are highly resistant to beta lactamases?

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Cefepime (Maxipime.)

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