Olita, Ma. Fornielynza A.

BSN2A

Prof. Helen Roda

NCM 106 Pharmacology

Self Directed Learning Activity

A broad spectrum of microorganisms is targeted by antimicrobial drugs, in which are

effective against bacteria, including mold, mildew, algae, and even viruses. Whereas
antibacterial chemicals are exclusively effective against bacteria.

Bacteriostatic drugs restrict bacterial growth by interfering with their reproduction

processes, they prevent bacteria from multiplying but don't necessarily kill them.. On the other
hand, Bactericidal drugs destroy bacteria by blocking cell wall formation. But antibiotics don't
work on viruses because they're not like bacteria.

Bacteriostatic

 Tetracyclines - To treat anthrax

 Spectinomycin - for acute gonorrheal urethritis and proctitis
 Trimethoprim - for common cold and flu

Bactericidal

 Penicillin V - for sore throat

 Amoxicillin - for chest infections
 Flucloxacillin - for skin infections