Pharmacology - Chapter 84 - Drugs that Weaken the Bacterial Cell Wall 2 - Cephalosporins and others. Flashcards
1
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Cephalosporins - ___ __ antibiotics that are similar to penicillin structure.
A
Beta-lactam.
2
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What are the first generation cephalosporins that are destroyed by beta-lactamase?
A
Cefazolin (Ancef.)
3
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What are the second generation cephalosporins that are less sensitive to destruction?
A
Cefaclor (Ceclor).
4
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What are the third generation cephalosporins that are highly resistant to beta lactamases?
A
Cefoperazone (Cefobid.)
5
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What are the fourth generation cephalosporins that are highly resistant to beta lactamases?
A
Cefepime (Maxipime.)