Broad Spectrum Antibiotics PPT: Meaning and Characteristics

Broad-spectrum antibiotics are medications designed to treat a wide range of bacterial infections. Unlike narrow-spectrum antibiotics, which target specific types of bacteria, broad-spectrum antibiotics can act against both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. This makes them particularly useful when the exact cause of an infection is unknown, or when treating infections caused by multiple types of bacteria.

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Broad Spectrum Antibiotics PPT: Meaning and Characteristics

However, because they affect a wide range of bacteria, including beneficial ones, overuse can lead to antibiotic resistance and disrupt the body’s natural microbiome. Doctors typically prescribe broad-spectrum antibiotics only when necessary, balancing their powerful effects with the risk of resistance.

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Table of Content for Broad Spectrum Antibiotics PPT

  • Introduction
  • Definition and Characteristics
  • Mechanism of Action
  • Common Broad Spectrum Antibiotics
  • Clinical Applications
  • Advantages and Disadvantages
  • Antibiotic Resistance
  • Side Effects and Precautions
  • Conclusion

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Broad Spectrum Antibiotics PPT

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