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ANTITUBERCULAR DRUGS Description also available in video format (attached below), for better experience use your desktop. Introduction Top of Form Top of Form ·        Antitubercular drugs are medications used to treat tuberculosis (TB), an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. ·        TB primarily affects the lungs but can also impact other parts of the body. ·        Antitubercular therapy typically involves a combination of drugs to ensure efficacy and prevent the development of drug resistance. Definition ·        Antitubercular drugs are agents that specifically target and kill or inhibit the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. ·        They are categorized into first-line and second-line drugs based on their efficacy, safety, and the likelihood of resistance. Classification Fir...

ANAEROBIC INFECTIONS   Description also available in video format (attached below), for better experience use your desktop. Introduction Top of Form Top of Form ·        Anaerobic infections are caused by anaerobic bacteria, which thrive in environments with low or no oxygen. ·        These infections often occur in deep tissues, such as deep wounds, the gastrointestinal tract, and the oral cavity. ·        Effective treatment requires antibiotics that specifically target anaerobic bacteria. Definition ·        Anaerobic infections are infections caused by bacteria that do not require oxygen to live and grow. ·        These bacteria can be classified as obligate anaerobes, which are harmed by oxygen, or facultative anaerobes, which can survive in both aerobic and anaerobic environments. Classification 1.  ...