Which of the following is the quinolone derivative that is most effective against Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
A. Norfloxacin
B. Ciprofloxacin
C. Ofloxacin
D. Enoxacin
E. Lomefloxacin
Which of the following is the quinolone derivative that is most effective against Pseudomonas aeruginosa?
A. Norfloxacin
B. Ciprofloxacin
C. Ofloxacin
D. Enoxacin
E. Lomefloxacin
ans-b
Explanation
Ciprofloxacin is a fluorinated quinolone derivative highly effective against P. aeruginosa. Other derivatives in this class have less activity toward this organism, although they are effective against other common Gram-negative organisms.