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1. Introduction Uterus is a hollow, muscular, pear-shaped organ in the female pelvis. Also called the womb. Primary function: Nourishment and development of the fetus during pregnancy. 2. Location In female pelvis, between the urinary bladder (anteriorly) and the rectum […]
Fallopian Tube (Uterine Tube) – Anatomy Notes 1. Introduction Also called: Uterine tube or Oviduct. Function: Transport ova from the ovary to the uterus. Site of fertilization (usually in the ampulla). 2. Parts of the Fallopian Tube (from lateral → […]
1. TETRACYCLINES Target: 30S ribosomal subunit of bacteria. Action: Tetracyclines bind reversibly to the 30S subunit. They block the attachment of aminoacyl-tRNA to the mRNA-ribosome complex. This prevents addition of new amino acids to the growing peptide chain → Stops […]
1. Classification of Tetracyclines Tetracyclines are classified based on duration of action: Type Drugs Half-life Short-acting Tetracycline, Oxytetracycline 6–8 hours Intermediate-acting Demeclocycline 12–16 hours Long-acting Doxycycline, Minocycline 16–24 hours 2. Mechanism of Action Inhibit protein synthesis by binding to […]
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1. Main Functions Production of female gametes (ova): Occurs in the ovaries via oogenesis. Reception of male gametes (sperm): Happens through the vagina during sexual intercourse. Fertilization: Usually occurs in the fallopian tubes. Implantation and development of embryo: Takes place […]
Overview Fluoroquinolones are a class of broad-spectrum bactericidal antibiotics. Synthetic derivatives of nalidixic acid (a quinolone). Common drugs: Ciprofloxacin, Ofloxacin, Levofloxacin, Moxifloxacin, Norfloxacin. Participate in GPAT MOCK TEST ⚙️ Mechanism of Action Fluoroquinolones inhibit bacterial DNA topoisomerases, which are enzymes […]
Antibiotic Drug Resistance Definition: The ability of bacteria to withstand the effects of an antibiotic that would normally kill them or inhibit their growth. Causes: Overuse or misuse of antibiotics Incomplete antibiotic courses Use of antibiotics in livestock and agriculture […]
Cephalosporins are classified into generations (1st to 5th) based on their antimicrobial spectrum and chronological development. Generation Examples Spectrum / Key Features 1st Generation Cefazolin, Cephalexin Good Gram-positive coverage (e.g., Staph, Strep); limited Gram-negative 2nd Generation Cefuroxime, Cefaclor, Cefoxitin […]