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WorksheetsExam 2: Dr. Mo
Total questions: 152
Worksheet time: 1hrs 22mins
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to reach therapeutic concentrations in the bones?
Ceclor
Zinacef
Cefobid
Fortaz
Cefizox
Which of the following is NOT a mechanism by which bacteria become resistant to Erythromycin?
Mutation at the 50s ribosomal subunit
Active efflux
Hydrolysis by esterases
Modification of the ribosomal target by a methylase
Decreased influx
Which of the following is the PRIMARY indication of Mupirocin?
Rosacea
Acne
Dermatitis
Impetigo
Furunculosis
Which of the following is administered systematically for the treatment of Impetigo caused by Staphylococcus aureus? SATA
Mupirocin
Erythromycin
Dicloxacillin
Cephalexin
Clindamycin
The mechanism of action of Mupirocin involves the inhibition of which of the following?
Folic acid synthase
DNA gyrase
Isoleucyl-tRNA synthase
Topoisomerase
Glucuronyl transferase
Which of the following is a parenterally administered Pleuromutilin?
Retapamulin (Altaba, Altargo)
Mupirocin (Bactroban, Centanyl)
Chloromycetin (Chloramphenicol)
Lefamulin (Xenleta)
Meclan (Melocycline Sulfosalicylate)
Which of the following produces its antibacterial effect by inhibiting Isoleucyl-tRNA synthase?
Chloramphenicol
Sivextro
Sisomicin
Bactroban
Xtoro
Which of the following is BEST classified as a pleuromutilin antibiotic? SATA
Zemdria
Xenleta
Altabax
Gantanol
Renoquid
Which of the following inhibits peptidyl transfer by binding to ribosomal protein L3?
Altabax
Bactroban
Sivextro
Sulamyd
Baymycin
Which of the following Ciprofloxacin preparations can be administered through the otic (ear) pathway? SATA
Otovel
Ciloxan
Cipro HC Otic
CiproDex
Cipro Cystitis Pack
A pharmacist should NOT question a prescription that calls for the ophthalmic administration of which of the following?
Cipro-HC
Otovel
CiproDex
Ciloxan
Cipro Cystitis Pack
Which of the following about Ciprofloxacin is FALSE?
It can be administered intravenously
It is primarily metabolized by Cytochrome P450 3A4
Its half-life is about 4-6 hours
Food delays its absorption
It has a plasma protein-binding capability of 20-40%
Which of the following statements about Ciprofloxacin is FALSE?
It is an inducer of Cytochrome P450 1A2
It gets distributed into the CSF
It has a plasma protein-binding capability of 20-40%
It has a half-life of 4-6 hr
It is primarily excreted through the renal system
Which of the following statements about Cipro is FALSE?
It is distributed into the CSF and the prostatic fluid
It is mostly excreted unchanged through the renal system
Its half-life is 4-6 hours
It has a plasma protein-binding capability of 20-40%
It stimulates Cytochrome P450 1A2
Which of the following is NOT matched with its CORRECT mechanism of action? SATA
Cinobac → Conversion to bacteriocidal Formaldehyde
Sulfisoxazole → Inhibition of Dihydropteroate synthase
Levaquin → Inhibition of DNA gyrase
Pyrimethamine → Inhibition of Dihydrofolate reductase
Sulfamethoxazole → Inhibition of Folic Acid Synthase
Which of the following about Ciprofloxacin is TRUE? SATA
It can worsen muscle weakness in patients with Myasthenia Gravis and it can elevate plasma glucose
It should be avoided in patients with pre-existing angina pectoris
It should be avoided in patients who are younger than 12 years old because it can cause cataracts in that population
It should be taken with plenty of water in order to prevent the arthropathy that it can cause
It must be taken on an empty stomach because food decreases its overall GI absorption
Considering its antibacterial spectrum, Cipro should NOT be used to treat which of the following infections?
Tuberculosis
Tularemia
CAP
Infectious Diarrhea
Typhus
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be an indication for Cipro?
Tuberculosis
Arthropathy
Anthrax
Sinusitis
Chancroid
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be an adverse effect of Cipro?
Dizziness and Seizures
Crystalluria and Cataract
Photosensitivity and Hypersensitivity
Arthropathy and Tendinopathy
CNS Stimulation and Hypoglycemia
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to decrease the GI absorption of Cipro?
Probenecid
Ferrous Sulfate
Calcium Gluconate
Pepto-Bismol
Zinc Sulfate
Which of the following products is a combination of Ciprofloxacin and a Glucocorticoid? SATA
Ciloxan
CiproDex
Otovel
ABC Pack
Which of the following is MOST LIKELY to be employed in treating Buruli ulcer?
Gentamicin
Capreomycin
Sitafloxacin
Tigecycline
Cefaclor
Buruli Ulcer is a distinguishing indication of which of the following?
Moxifloxacin
Sitafloxacin
Finafloxacin
Delafloxacin
Besifloxacin
Which of the following is BEST classified as a Tetracycline?
Seysara
Ketek
Cleocin
Dificid
Ilotycin
Which of the following is the active ingredient in the product A/T/S that is used to manage Acne?
Erythromycin
Biaxin
Achromycin V
Dificid
Azamulin
Erythromycin is recommended in the management of which of the following situations?
Donovanosis
Intestinal amebiasis
Whooping cough
Syphilis
Legionnaires disease
Which of the following statements is UNTRUE? Concurrent administration of Erythromycin and:
Pimozide may result in sudden death
Norpace may result in a shortening of the QT interval
Coumadin may result in the potentiation of anticoagulation
Lanoxin may result in an increased plasma levels of Lanoxin
Pravachol may result in rhabdomyolysis
Flagyl produces its pharmacological effects by interacting with which of the following enzymes?
DNA gyrase
Pyruvate-ferredoxin oxidoreductase
Transpeptidase
Isoleucyl-tRNA synthase
5-Alpha reductase
Which of the following produces its antibacterial effect by inhibiting DNA gyrase? SATA
Baxdela
Cinobac
Vibramycin
Zyvox
Flagyl
Which of the following produces its antibacterial effect by inhibiting DNA gyrase?
Levaquin
Renoquid
Synercid
Xenleta
Solosec
Which of the following is administered both orally and intravenously and is primarily used for the treatment of MRSA-induced acute bacterial skin and skin structure infection?
Xepi
Besivance
Baxdela
Zemdri
Xerava
For the treatment of MRSA-induced Acute Bacterial Skin Structure Infection, which of the following is the appropriate dosage of Baxdela? SATA
150 mg PO QD
300 mg IV Q12H
300 mg PO Q12H
400 mg PO Q6H
450 mg PO Q12H
Which of the following is NOT matched with its PRIMARY indication?
Xtoro → Acute Otitis Externa
Baxdela → MRSA-induced ABSSSI
Xepi → Impetigo
Moxeza → Bacterial Conjunctivitis
Avelox → Swimmer’s Ear
Which of the following Fluoroquinolone preparations is LEAST LIKELY to be employed in the treatment of bacterial conjunctivitis?
Vigamox
Tequin
Besivance
Quixin
Ocuflox
Which of the following inhibits Folic acid synthase and is employed in the treatment of Hansen disease?
Sulfisoxazole
Pyrimethamine
Prroguanil
Dapsone
Isoniazid
Which of the following is the Sulfonamide preparation of choice for managing Burns?
Silver Sulfadiazine
Sulfathalidine
Sulfapyridine
Sulfanilamide
Sulfisoxazole
Which of the following is BEST classified as an Intermediate-acting Sulfonamide?
Sulfaturazole
Sulfamethazine
Sulfamerazine
Sulfacetamide
Sulfadiazine
Which of the following is BEST classified as a Long-acting Sulfonamide?
Sulfisoxazole
Sulfathiazole
Sulfamethizole
Sulfafurazole
Sulfamerazine
Which of the following Fluoroquinolones should a Pharmacist suggest for the treatment of Pneumonic plague?
Finafloxacin
Gatifloxacin
Moxifloxacin
Ozenoxacin
Ofloxacin
Which of the following is the primary indication of Finafloxacin?
Sinusitis
Impetigo
UTI
Acute Otitis Externa
Gonorrhea
Which of the following is an indication of Flagyl? SATA
Peptic Ulcer
Bacterial Vaginosis
Pseudomembranous Colitis
Dracunculus Medinesis
Trichomoniaisis
When dispensing Metronidazole, the Pharmacist should advise the patient to: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Take the drug with food
Avoid concurrent ingestion of alcohol
Avoid operating a dangerous machinery
Expect to experience a metallic taste
Expect a lighter coloration of the urine
Which of the following is a 2nd-generation Cephalosporin which can reach therapeutic concentrations in the CSF?
Claforan
Rocephin
Moxam
Maxipime
Zinacef
Which of the following is BEST classified as an Aminoglycoside?
Zinplava
Zemdri
Benzamycin
Biaxin
Retapamulin
Which of the following is BEST classified as an Aminoglycoside?
Neomycin
Nuzyra
Macrodantin
Xepi
Levaquin
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be a mechanism by which a bacterium can become resistant to Aminoglycosides?
Alteration of bacterial cell wall
Growth in an oxygen-deficient environment
Inactivation by a phosphorylase
A one-step mutation of the 30s ribosomal subunit
Inactivation by a lactonase
Which of the following is an Aminoglycoside that is used to treat Tuberculosis? SATA
Amikacin
Streptomycin
Capreomycin
Kanamycin
Neomycin
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be an indication of Paromycin?
Leishmaniasis
Amoebiasis
Cyclosporiasis
Cryptosporidiosis
Cestode Infection
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be a common property of the Aminoglycosides?
Poot oral absorption
Good activity against gram-negative bacteria
Inactivity against anaerobic bacterial
Residual bactericidal activity
Primary excretion through the feces
Which of the following is a derivative of Sisomicin that is administered intravenously for the treatment of complicated UTI caused by Enterobacteriaceae?
Baymicin (Amikacin)
Septopal
Zemdril (Plazomicin)
Zinplava (Bezlotoxumab)
Zylet (Tobramycin)
Which of the following is a monoclonal antibody that is used to treat Clostridium difficile infections?
Anthim
Abthrax
Zinplava
Dificid
Biaxin
Rickettsia rickettsii is the causative agent of which of the following?
Jail fever
Q fever
Murine fever
Nine-mile fever
Rocky Mountain Spotted fever
Which of the following is NOT matched with the infectious disease that it produces?
Rickettsia akaria → Rickettsiapox
Rickettsia quintana → Q fever
Rickettsia rickettsii → Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever
Borrelia recurrentis → Relapsing Fever
Borrelia burgdoferi → Lyme Disease
Which of the following is MOST LIKELY to be transmitted by the Lone Star Tick?
Anthrax
Seborrhea Sicca
Granuloma Inguinale
Lyme Disease
Human Granulocytic Ehrlichiosis
Which of the following is the causative agent of Q-Fever?
Rickettsia quintana
Chlamydia psittaci
Ureaplasma urealyticum
Staphylococcus aureus
Coxiella burnetii
During treatment for Meningeal plague, Mr. Bhash presented with severe diarrhea, abdominal distention, cyanosis, and cardiovascular collapse. Which of the following as Mr. Bhash MOST LIKELY being treated with?
Omadacycline
Tedizolid
Colistin
Tobramycin
Chloramphenicol
The pharmacological actions of Chloramphenicol include the inhibition of which of the following ribosomal subunits? SATA
23s
30s
40s
50s
70s
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be observed as an adverse effect of Chloramphenicol?
A delayed-onset Aplastic Anemia
Pancytopenia
Thrombocytopenia
Leukocytosis
Aplastic anemia that is not dose-determined
Which of the following does NOT inhibit the 30s ribosomal subunit?
Tobramycin
Streptomycin
Clarithromycin
Kanamycin
Amikacin
Select the CORRECT STATEMENT: _____ is less likely than ____ to cause ototoxicity.
Neomycin; Amikacin
Tobramycin; Streptomycin
Gentamicin; Amikacin
Tobramycin; Gentamicin
Amikacin; Streptomycin
Which of the following statements about Linezolid is FALSE?
It is available in the oral tablet and oral suspension forms
Its half-life is about 4.5-5.5 hr
It undergoes a non-enzymatic biotransformation to active carboxylic acid metabolites
About 30% of the administered dose is excreted through the urinary system
Its plasma protein-binding capability is about 31%
Which of the following about Linezolid (Zyvox) is FALSE?
A complete blood count should be done weekly while the patient is taking the drug
The patient should avoid concurrent ingestion of red wine
The drug should be used with caution in a patient who has PKU
The patient should avoid concurrent ingestion of beef jerky
It causes suprainfection because it is a broad-spectrum antibacterial agent
When dispensing Zyvox, the Pharmacist should advise the patient to: (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Avoid ingestion of fermented meat and red wines
Get a Complete Blood Count done weekly
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight
Take the drug with plenty of water
Avoid operating a dangerous machinery
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be observed as an adverse effect of Zyvox (Linezolid)?
Lactic acidosis
Exacerbation of hyperglycemia
Thrombocytopenia
Headache
Nausea and Vomiting
Which of the following is the appropriate dosage of Linezolid (Zyvox) for the treatment of VRE?
400 mg PO QD x 10 days
600 mg PO QD x 14 days
400 mg IV Q12H x 10 days
600 mg IV Q12H x 28 days
600 mg PO Q12H x 5 days
Which drug prevents the formation of the larger ribosomal fMet-tRNA 70S initiation complex?
Isoniazid
Pyrazinamide
Dalfopristin
Linezolid
Tobramycin
Which of the following statements about Linezolid is TRUE? SATA
Its oral suspension should be avoided in a PKU patient
A complete blood count should be done weekly while the patient is taking this drug
It should be avoided in a patient with high blood glucose levels
It should not be taken concomitantly with sauerkraut or fermented, dried meats
It can be administered both orally and intravenously
Which of the following statements about Chloromycetin is FALSE?
It is a protein synthesis inhibitor
It works at the 50s ribosomal subunit level in the cytoplasm
It stimulates protein synthesis within the mitochondria
It causes Aplastic anemia
It causes Pancytopenia
Which of the following is a protozoan that Tetracycline HCl is effective against? SATA
Entamoeba histolytica
Dientamoeba fragilis
Balantidium colii
Plasmodium Falciparum
Ehrlichia chaffeensis
Which of the following is a protozoal infection that is responsive to the treatment with Tetracycline? SATA
Lyme Disease
Intestinal amoebiasis
Balantidiasis
Donovanosis
Dientamoebiasis
The antibacterial spectrum of Tetracycline HCl includes all of the following EXCEPT:
Dientamoeba fragilis
Neisseria gonorrhea
Lymphogranuloma venereum
Shigella dysenteriae
Hemophilus ducreyi
Which of the following drugs could lead to these adverse effects if used during pregnancy → Poor tooth development of the fetus and discoloration, retardation of skeletal development, & reduced bone growth?
Tigecycline
Zithromax
Tetracycline
Synercid
Clindamycin
Which of the following falls within the antibacterial spectrum of Tetracycline HCl? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Calymmatobacterium granulomatis
Chlamydia psittaci
Hemophilus ducreyi
Helicobacter pylori
Propionibacterium acnes
A Tetracycline is LEAST LIKELY to be effective in treating an infection that is caused by which of the following?
Brucella abortus
Bacteroides fragilis
Francisella tularensis
Vibrio cholerae
Borrelia burgdoferi
Which of the following is an indication of Tetracyclines? SATA
Amoebiasis and Dientamoebiasis
Balantidiasis and Ornithosis
Typhus and Tularemia
Brucellosis and Human Granulocytic Ehrlichiosis
Lyme Disease & Traveler's Diarrhea
Which of the following is the appropriate dosage of Tigecycline?
Initial dose of 100 mg PO once
Initial dose of 100 mg IV BID
Maintenance dose of 100 mg PO BID
Maintenance dose of 50 mg IV Q12H
Maintenance dose of 50 mg PO QD
In order to prevent the incidence of a Disulfiram-like reaction, a patient should avoid the concurrent ingestion of alcohol and which of the following? SATA
Keflex
Cefotan
Moxam
Cefobid
Zefazone
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to produce the Disulfiram-like effect when administered concomitantly with Alcohol?
Cephalexin
Cefotetan
Cefoperazone
Cefobid
Keflin
Which of the following contains Doxycycline hyclate? SATA
Monodox
Periostat
Doryx
Vibramycin suspension
Acticlate
Which of the following is NOT a Doxycycline hyclate preparation?
Doryx
Vibramycin capsule
Periostat
Acticlate
Monodox
Which of the following Tetracycline preparations is NOT matched with its correct indication?
Periostat → Periodontitis
Topicycline → Seborrhea
Oracea → Rosacea
Declomycin → SIADH
Meclan → Amebiasis
At a dosage of 40 mg PO QD, which of the following is MOST LIKELY used to treat Rosacea?
Periostat
Dynacin
Oracea
Doryx
Vibratab
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be indicated in Seborrheic Dermatitis?
Meclan
Topicycline
Tygacil
Achromycin
Aureomycin
Which of the following is a hyclate salt of Doxycycline?
Periostat
Vibramycin Capsule
Doryx
Monodox
Dynancin
Select the INCORRECT statement. When dispensing Doxycycline, the Pharmacist should advise the patient to:
Take the medication as directed on the prescription label
Avoid concurrent ingestion of milk
Complete the course of therapy
Avoid excessive exposure to sunlight while taking the drug
Take the drug with or without food
Which of the following preparations is a monohydrate salt of Doxycycline?
Doryx
Vibramycin capsules
Oracea
Monodox
Vibramycin Oral Suspension
When Nuzyra is employed orally in the treatment of ABSSSI, which of the following is the appropriate maintenance dose?
450 mg QD
200 mg QD
50 mg QD
300 mg QD
100 mg QD
Which of the following statements about Doxycycline is INCORRECT?
Its plasma protein-binding capability is about 80-95%
It does not penetrate the CSF
It should be taken with food or milk
Its pharmacokinetics is not altered by renal dysfunction
Its half-life is about 15-25 hr
Which of the following statements about Doxycycline is FALSE?
It must not be taken concurrently with dairy products since it is a type of Tetracycline
It has a half-life of 15-25 hours
It has a plasma protein-binding capability of 80-95%
It can be administered intravenously
It is excreted through the feces
Which of the following statements about Doxycycline is FALSE?
It is primarily excreted through the kidneys
Its half-life is about 15-25 hours
It has a plasma protein-binding capability of 80-95%
It can be taken with food or milk
It penetrates the CSF
Which of the following statements about Doxycycline is FALSE?
It penetrates the CSF and Synovial Fluid
It is excreted entirely via the urine
It can be administered with food
It has a low affinity for Calcium
It has a half-life of about 15-25 hours
Which of the following is included in the antibacterial spectrum of Doxycycline? (Select all that apply)
Balantidium coli
Ehrlichia canis
Ureaplasma urealyticum
Francisella tularensis
Vibrio cholera
Which of the following is a Tetracycline-containing product that is used to manage peptic ulcer disease?
Meclan
Pylera
Dynacin
Helidac
Periostat
Which of the following is contained in each dose of Helidac? SATA
Bismuth subsalicylate 524 mg
Metronidazole 125 mg
Biskalcitrate 140 mg
Tetracycline 500 mg
Metronidazole 500 mg
Which of the following is NOT matched with the syndrome it produces?
Demeclocycline → SIADH
Tetracycline HCl → Fanconi Syndrome
Chloramphenicol → Grey Baby Syndrome
Vancomycin → Red Man Syndrome
Neomycin → Malabsorption Syndrome
Baby Dut was diagnosed with Chloramphenicol-induced Grey Baby Syndrome; Which of the following is baby Dut LEAST LIKELY to experience or exhibit?
Cardiovascular Collapse
Cyanosis
Hyperthermia
Torrential Diarrhea
Abdominal Distension
Which of the following produces its antibacterial effect by inhibiting bacterial topoisomerase II?
Xerava
Amzeeq
Xtorro
Tobi
Zithromax
Considering its clinical indications, which of the following falls within the Antibacterial spectrum of Azithromycin? SATA
Mycobacterium avium
Mycobacterium intracellulare
Babesia microti
Haemophilus influenzae
Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Which of the following is used topically to treat Inclusion Conjunctivitis caused by Chlamophenicol Trachomatis?
Z-PAK
TRI-PAK
ZMAX
Azasite
Azithromycin 1g packets
Which of the following is a topical foam preparation of Minocycline that is used to treat Rosacea?
Oracea
Periostat (Doxycycline Hyclate)
Xerava (Eravacycline)
Amzeeq (Minocycline)
Meclan (Meclizine)
For the treatment of complicated Intra-abdominal infections caused by susceptible bacteria, which of the following is the appropriate dosage of Eravacycline (Xeneva)?
100 mg PO BID
40 mg PO QD
1 mg/kg IV Q12H
10 mg/kg IV Q12H
100 mg IV QD
A Medical Team wants to use Minocycline Topical Foam for the management of the bumps and redness that are associated with Rosacea; Which of the following is the MOST APPROPRIATE product for the Pharmacist to recommend?
Oracea
Amzeeq
Meclan
Aureomycin
Topicycline
Which of the following statements about Maxipime is FALSE?
It is administered IV and IM
Its usual dosage is 1-2 g given every 8-12 hr
It can produce glomerular and vascular changes
It has a plasma protein-binding capability of 20%
Its half-life is about 23 hours
Which of the following is an indication of Cephalosporins? (SELECT ALL THAT APPLY)
Nosocomial secondary peritonitis caused by CAPES organisms
Diabetic foot infection caused by Staphylococcus epidermidis
Cellulitis caused by Streptococcus pyogenes
Flesh-eating bacterial infection caused by Vibrio vulnificus
Endocarditis caused by HACEK organisms
Which of the following is the Cephalosporin of first choice in the management of secondary peritonitis caused by CAPES bacteria?
Ancef (Cefazolin)
Maxipime (Cefepime)
Zinacef (Cefuroxime)
Keflin (Cefalotin)
Fortaz (Ceftazidime)
Mr. Qua’s endocarditis was caused by a HACEK organism. Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be implicated in Mr. Qua’s endocarditis?
Haemophilus aphrophilus
Acinetobacter baumannii
Cardiobacterium hominis
Eikenella corrodens
Kingella kingae
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be observed as an adverse effect of Polymyxin B? SATA
Muscle weakness and numbness
Oliguria and decreased BUN
Neuromuscular blockade
Circumoral paresthesia
Albuminuria and cellular casts
Polymyxin B has an antibacterial effect against all of the following EXCEPT:
Acinetobacter baumannii
Bordetella pertussis
Pseudomonas aeruginosa
Pasteurella maltocida
Serratia marcescens
Mr. Muke, who weighs 154 lbs, has Bacteremia that is caused by Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Which of the following should be the total daily amount of Aerosporin (Polymyxin B) that should be administered parenterally to treat that infection?
300 mg
1.5 g
20,000 units
700,000 units
1.4 million units
Which of the following is NOT an adverse effect of Cefiderocol (Fetroja)?
Atrial fibrillation
Seizures
Asterixis
Status epilepticus
Hyperkalemia
Which of the following is the appropriate dosage of Cefiderocol (Fetroja)?
200 mg PO Q8H
500 mg IV infusion Q3H
1 g IV infusion Q12H
2 g IV infusion over 30 min Q6H
2 g IV infusion over 3 hrs Q8H
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be observed as an adverse effect of Cefiderocol (Fetroja)?
Atrial Fibrillation
Status Epilepticus
Hypermagnesemia
Asterixis
Hypersensitivity Reaction
Which of the following statements about Cefiderocol (Fetroja) is FALSE?
It is administered Intravenously (IV) ONLY
It has a half-life of about 23 hours
It undergoes renal excretion (~90% unchanged)
It is a Cephalosporin-siderophore conjugate
Its plasma protein-binding capability is about 40-45%
Which of the following produces its antibacterial effect by first using its siderophore properties to traverse the outer cell membrane of the susceptible bacterium?
Cefdinir
Cefpirome
Cefsulodin
Cefozopram
Cefiderocol
Which of the following is NOT an indication of Gentamicin?
Chronic osteomyelitis caused by Staphylococcus epidermidis
Mycobacterium-avium intracellulare complex infection
Impetigo and folliculitis caused by Staphylococcus aureus
Brucellosis caused by Brucella melitensis
Cellulitis caused by Bacteroides melaninogenicus
Mr. Zum’s respiratory tract infection was determined to be caused by Eaton’s agent. Which of the following was responsible for Mr. Zum’s infection?
TWAR
Chlamydia psittacci
Chlamydia pneumoniae
Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Yersina pestis
Which of the following is an indication of Gentamicin? SATA
Brucellosis
Donovanosis
Chronic Osteomyelitis
Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare complex infection
Gram-negative aerobic meningitis
Which of the following statements about Gentamicin is FALSE? SATA
It can be administered through impregnated polymethylmetacrytic microspheres on a surgical wire
It is available as a liposomal preparation for injection
It has a half-life of 8 hours
It penetrates the placenta barrier since it is highly lipid soluble
It has a high albumin-binding capability
Which of the following about the use of Clindamycin is INCORRECT?
It is used to treat Lemierre disease
When combined with Primaquine, it is very effective for the treatment of PCP
For the best treatment of Toxoplasmosis, it is combined with Quinine
It is effective in the treatment of Babesiosis
In the absence of Flagyl, it can be used to treat Bacterial vaginosis
A combination of Primaquine and Clindamycin is BEST used to treat which of the following?
Babesiosis
Pelvic abscess
PCP
Malaria
Lemierre disease
Which of the following products that are used for the management of Malaria consists of an inhibitor of Dihydrofolate reductase? SATA
Sulfadooxine
Dapsone
Daraprim
Maloprim
Malarone
Which of the following statements about Clindamycin is FALSE?
Its phosphate salt can be administered IM or IV
Its vaginally administered formulations are commercially available in ovules and cream
ts phosphate salt is contained in Clindet and Clindagel
Its half-life is 2-4 hours and its highly plasma protein bound
Its palmitate salt is contained in Clindamycin pledgets
A Pharmacist should question a Rx that calls for the per os administration of which of the following? SATA
Clindet
Clindamycin palmitate
Clindamycin pledgets
Clindamycin phosphate
Clindamycin hydrochloride
Which of the following is an indication of Clindamycin? SATA
PCP
Toxoplasmosis
Bacterial Vaginosis
Impetigo
Bebesiosis
Which of the following is a clinical use of Cleocin (Clindamycin)? SATA
Toxoplasmosis
Acne
Bacterial Vaginosis
Babesiosis
Cellulitis
Pyrimethamine is MOST LIKELY to be combined with Clindamycin for the treatment of which of the following?
PCP
Babesiosis
Toxoplasmosis
Impetigo
Bacterial Vaginosis
Potential cause of pseudomembranous colitis caused by Clostridium difficile superinfection, which binds to a similar site as Biaxin on the 50S ribosomal subunit?
Chloramphenicol
Chloroquine
Clindamycin
Isoniazid
Mr. Zud presents with a severe oropharyngeal infection that is characterized by a septic thrombophlebitis of the internal jugular vein and pulmonary embolism. A biological sample from Mr. Zud revealed the presence of a gram-negative anaerobic bacillus. Which of the following as MOST LIKELY the causative agent of Mr. Zud’s condition?
Entamoeba histolytica
Fusobacterium necrophorum
Bacteroides melaningenicus
Propinobacterium acnes
Pneumocytis jiroveci
Mr. Zud presents with a severe oropharyngeal infection that is characterized by a septic thrombophlebitis of the internal jugular vein and pulmonary embolism. A biological sample from Mr. Zud revealed the presence of a gram-negative anaerobic bacillus. Which of the following should be used to treat Mr. Zud’s infection?
Gentamicin
Netilmicin
Clindamycin
Tedizolid
Lefamulin
Mr. Zud presents with a severe oropharyngeal infection that is characterized by a septic thrombophlebitis of the internal jugular vein and pulmonary embolism. A biological sample from Mr. Zud revealed the presence of a gram-negative anaerobic bacillus. Which of the following is the MOST APPROPRIATE diagnosis of Mr. Zud’s infection?
Donovanosis
Bacterial pneumonitis
Community-acquired pneumonia
Lemierre’s disease
Babesiosis
Which of the following Sulfonamide preparations is NOT matched with the condition for which it is the Sulfonamide preparation of first choice?
Candida albicans-induced vaginitis → Sultrin
Typhoid → Bactrim DS
Malaria → Sulfadoxine
Otitis Media → Sulfisoxazole
Ulcerative Colitis → Azulfidine
Which of the following Sulfonamide preparations that are used to treat Seborrhea, Psoriasis, or Acne is devoid of Sulfur?
Sebzion
Sulfacet-R
Rosula
Plexion
Sumaxin
A Sulfonamide is effective against which of the following organisms? SATA
Toxoplasma gondii
Mycobacterium avium-intracellulare
Plasmodium vivax
Flavobacterium meningosepticum
Cyclospora cayetanensis
The mechanism of action of Bactrim involves the inhibition of which of the following? SATA
Folic acid synthase
DNA gyrase
Dihydrofolate reductase
Topoisomerase
Tetrahydrofolate reductase
Which of the following is a Dihydrofolate reductase inhibitor that is employed in the treatment of Cancer?
Cycloguanil
Methotrexate
Proguanil
Aczone
Fansidar
Which of the following is the Sulfonamide of choice for treating Plasmodium Infections?
Sulfathalidine
Sulfadiazine
Sulfadoxine
Sulfamethoxazole
Sulfafurazole
A Sulfonamide is LEAST LIKELY to be used to treat which of the following STDs?
Neisseria gonorrhoeae-induced urethritis
Haemophilus vaginalis-induced vaginitis
Haemophilus decreyi-induced chancroid
Klebsiella granulomatis-induced granuloma inguinale
Chlamydia trachomatis-induced lymphogranuloma venereum
Which of the following is NOT matched with the Sulfonamide of 1st choice for managing it?
Typhoid → Sulfamethoxazole
Psoriasis → Sulfadiazine
Fungal Vaginitis → Sulfanilamide
Otitis Media → Sulfisoxazole
Ulcerative Colitis → Sulfasalazine
Which of the following conditions is NOT matched with the Sulfonamide of first choice for treating it?
Psoriasis → Sulfacetamide
Candida albicans-induced vaginitis → Sulfanilamide
Chlamydia trachomatis-induced inclusion conjunctivitis → Sulfamethoxazole
Malaria → Sulfadoxine
Toxoplasmosis → Sulfadiazine
Considering the indication of Sulfonamides, which of the following falls within the antimicrobial spectrum of Sulfonamides? SATA
Chlamydia trachomatis
Shigella dysenteriae
Nocardia asteroides
Plasmodium ovale
Cyclospora cayetanensis
Which of the following is the Sulfonamide of first choice for treating Inclusion Conjunctivitis?
Sulfacetamide
Sulfasalazine
Sulfisoxazole
Sulfacetin
Sulfamethoxazole
Sulfamethoxazole Sulfonamide preparations?
Sulamyd
Bactrim DS
Sultrin
Azulfidine
Gantrisin
Which of the following conditions is NOT matched with the Sulfonamide of first choice for treating it?
Legionnaire’s disease → Sulfamethoxazole
Inclusion conjunctivitis → Sulfacetamide
Candida albicans-induced vaginitis → Sulfanilamide
Otitis media → Sulfisoxazole
Nocardiosis → Sulfadiazine
Which of the following is NOT matched with the condition for which it is the Sulfonamide of first choice?
Silver Sulfadiazine → Burns
Sulfisoxazole → Nocardiosis
Sulfasalazine → Ulcerative Colitis
Sulfanilamide → Gardnerella vaginalis-induced vaginitis
Sulfacetamidine → Rosacea
In which of the following conditions is a Sulfonamide contraindicated? SATA
Hyperbilirubinemia
Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency
Sulfa Hypersensitivity
Pregnancy at Term
Toxoplasmosis
Which of the following statements about Sulfamethoxazole is FALSE?
It can be displaced from plasma protein binding sites by Aspirin and Indomethacin
It can potentiate the effects of Sulfonylureas
It should be avoided in a patient who has hyperbilirubinemia in order to avoid kernicterus
It should be avoided in a patient who has glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase deficiency in order to prevent crystalluria
It can be synergized by Trimethoprim
Which of the following will displace a Sulfonamide from plasma protein binding sites? SATA
Local Anesthetics
Coumadin
Probenecid
Aspirin
Indomethacin
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be observed as an adverse effect of Sulfonamides?
Toxic epidermal necrolysis
Granulocytosis
Positive Coombs test
Photosensitivity
Lupus flare
Which of the following is LEAST LIKELY to be observed as an adverse effect of Sulfonamides?
SJS, TEN, Pruritis
Negative Coombs Test and Aplastic Anemia
Drug-Induced Lupus and Lupus Flare
Hallucination, Peripheral Neuropathy, Optic Neuritis
Kernicterus, Photosensitivity, Hypersensitivity
The adverse effects of Sulfonamides include which of the following? SATA
Positive Coombs Test
Peripheral and Optic Neuritis
Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
Aplastic Anemia
Photosensitivity
Which of the following statements is CORRECT? Hemolytic Anemia is LIKELY to result: SATA
During therapy with Sulfonamides
From the administration of Nitrofurantoin to a patient who is deficient in Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase
When an individual contracts Babesiosis
During therapy with Streptomycin
From the administration of Sulfadiazine to a patient who is deficient in Glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase
Which of the following pharmacological drug classes binds to the 50S ribosomal subunit of bacteria? SATA
Macrolides
Ketolides
Oxazolidinones
Aminoglycosides
Lincosamides
