Ticarcillin and 3rd Generation Penicillins | Targets, Mechanism of Action, Adverse Effects

This video tutorial provides an introduction to ticarcillin, a carboxy penicillin and beta lactam antibiotic. It discusses its classification, bacterial targets, and mechanism of action. Ticarcillin is effective against gram-negative aerobes like Proteus, Enterobacter, and Pseudomonas aeruginosa. The video also covers its mechanism of action, which involves inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis and binding to penicillin-binding proteins. Additionally, it highlights potential side effects and contraindications, such as hypersensitivity reactions and various adverse effects.

What is ticarcillin and how does it relate to other penicillins?

What are the main bacterial targets of ticarcillin?

Describe the mechanism of action of ticarcillin.

What is the significance of ticarcillin being a third generation broad spectrum penicillin?

How does the carboxyl group in ticarcillin affect its spectrum of activity?

What are the contraindications for using ticarcillin?

List some of the adverse reactions associated with ticarcillin.