Mechanism of Action of Quinolones
Introduction Quinolones, also known as fluoroquinolones, are broad-spectrum antibacterial agents used to treat various bacterial infections including urinary tract infections, respiratory tract infections, gastrointestinal infections, and certain sexually transmitted diseases. These drugs act by inhibiting bacterial DNA replication and transcription through interference with bacterial topoisomerase enzymes. Mechanism of Action (Step-wise) A key exam point is … Read more