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Pharmacological Agents for Treating Infections Quiz

#1

Which of the following is an example of a broad-spectrum antibiotic?

Ciprofloxacin
Explanation

Effective against a wide range of bacteria.

#2

Which drug class is primarily used to treat fungal infections?

Antifungals
Explanation

Specifically targets fungal pathogens.

#3

Which of the following is not a common side effect of antiviral drugs?

Hair loss
Explanation

Rarely associated with hair loss.

#4

What is the primary mechanism of action of beta-lactam antibiotics?

Inhibition of cell wall synthesis
Explanation

Disrupts bacterial cell wall formation.

#5

Which of the following is not a common side effect of fluoroquinolone antibiotics?

Hepatotoxicity
Explanation

Unlikely to cause liver damage.

#6

Which antibiotic is commonly used to treat methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) infections?

Clindamycin
Explanation

Effective against MRSA strains.

#7

What is the primary mechanism of action of macrolide antibiotics?

Disruption of protein synthesis
Explanation

Interferes with bacterial protein production.

#8

Which of the following antibiotics is commonly used to treat urinary tract infections (UTIs)?

Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole
Explanation

Frequently prescribed for UTIs.

#9

Which drug class is effective against viral infections such as influenza and herpes?

Antivirals
Explanation

Targets viral pathogens.

#10

Which of the following is a common side effect of aminoglycoside antibiotics?

Nephrotoxicity
Explanation

Can cause kidney damage.

#11

Which antiviral drug inhibits the replication of human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) by targeting the viral enzyme reverse transcriptase?

Zidovudine
Explanation

Blocks HIV replication process.

#12

Which antifungal drug class inhibits ergosterol synthesis in fungal cell membranes?

Azoles
Explanation

Disrupts fungal cell membrane integrity.

#13

Which of the following is a common side effect of prolonged use of tetracycline antibiotics?

Tooth discoloration
Explanation

Causes staining of teeth.

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