Question

Define and write an example for the following :
(a) Broad spectrum antibiotics.
(b) Analgesics

Answer 1

(a) Broad spectrum antibiotics.

(b) Analgesics

Explanation:

Broad-spectrum antibiotics are those that are effective against a wide range of bacteria, including Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria. Amoxicillin is the cheapest and most popular antibiotic.

Example: Amoxicillin, Ampicillin

An analgesics are commonly known as painkiller. These are drugs that give you relief from pain. The effect of these drugs on the peripheral and central nervous systems are temporary, and differ from anesthesia.

Example: Paracetamol, Ibuprofen