抗生素概论(英文课件)Antibiotics.pptVIP

Antibiotics Antibiotic Antibiotics - Introduction Selective toxicity - kills or stops growth of bacteria w/o damaging the host (human body) Bacteria - unicellular microorganisms - must rely on host for nourishment Most harmful Some needed effects Most bacteria destroyed by immune system Antibiotics - Types Broad Spectrum - useful on a wide variety of bacteria Narrow Spectrum - useful on only a few varieties of bacteria Antibiotics - Mechanism of Action 1. Inhibit cell wall synthesis function decrease rigidity of cell wall - cause it to burst Examples (Penicillin) (Amoxicillin) (Cephalospo