Antibiotic Therapy: Classes of Antibiotics

Download

Program/Course ID: ANTCA Enrollment Period: 12 months. Average Learning Time: ~. Additional Resources: Supplemental materials & activities. Credit Hours: 3 credits. Method of Training: Online, asynchronous, self-paced eLearning. Accessibility: 24/7 access to all program materials. Demonstration: Four (4) free trial courses are available. Group/Employee Training: Click here to request a quote or invoice. Final Assessment: Multiple choice; unlimited attempts. Certificate: Encrypted PDF with QR validation code.

---

Saturday, May 16, 2026 UPDATE:
This program is currently unavailable for enrollment.
It may have been updated or discontinued.
Check for newer version in our catalog.

---

.

---

Outline: INTRODUCTION 1. Course Information 2. Interface Tour 3. Course Overview BETA-LACTAMS 4. Objectives 5. Properties of Penicillin 6. Penicillin Side Effects 7. Available Penicillin Agents 8. Cephalosporin Mechanism of Action 9. Cephalosporin Generations 10. Cephalosporin PK Profile and Side Effects 11. Cephalosporin Clinical Uses 12. Monobactams 13. Carbepenems 14. Imipenem 15. Meropenem 16. Progress Check QUINOLONES 17. Objectives 18. Quinolone History 19. Mechanism of Quinolone Action 20. Quinolone Activity and Uses 21. Fluoroquinolones 22. Progress Check MACROLIDES AND CLINDAMYCIN 23. Objectives 24. Mechanism and Spectrum of Macrolide Action 25. Macrolide PK Profile and Side Effects 26. Clinical Uses of Macrolides 27. Clindamycin 28. Progress Check TETRACYCLINES AND AMINOGLYCOSIDES 29. Objectives 30. Tetracycline Action 31. Tetracycline PK Profile and Side Effects 32. Clinical Uses of Tetracyclines 33. Properties of Aminoglycosides 34. Aminoglycosides Usage 35. Progress Check SULFONAMIDES AND GLYCOPEPTIDES 36. Objectives 37. Sulfonamides 38. Glycopeptides 39. Other Antibiotics for Resistant Bacteria 40. Metronidazole 41. Progress Check CONCLUSION 42. Summary		Objectives: Name three beta-lactam antibiotics. Describe the general mechanism of action of this class of drugs. List the clinical uses of these drugs. Understand the common side effects associated with these drugs. Name three quinolone antibiotics. Describe the general mechanism of action of this class of drugs. List the clinical uses of these drugs. Understand the common side effects associated with the quinolones. Name three macrolide antibiotics. Describe the general mechanism of action of this class of drugs. List the clinical uses of these drugs. Understand the common side effects associated with the macrolides. Name five tetracycline and aminoglycoside antibiotics. Describe the general mechanism of action of each class of drugs. List the clinical uses of these drugs. Understand the common side effects associated with these classes of drugs. Name an antibiotic from the sulfonamide and glycopeptide classes and two new antibiotics. Describe the antibacterial spectra of these drugs. List the clinical uses of these drugs. Understand the potential side effects of these drugs.

---

  

---

Benefits of Training with Biopharma Institute

Immediate Course Access:	Login details, instructions, and payment confirmation are emailed immediately upon online enrollment.
Self-Paced eLearning:	Enjoy 24/7 access to all course materials and assessments for 12 months.
Open Enrollment:	No prerequisites or prior work experience required to start.
Expert-Developed Content:	Courses are designed by subject matter experts (SMEs) in their respective fields.
Up-to-Date & Validated:	Training is regularly updated to meet current regulations and is third-party validated or accredited.
Optimized for Learning:	Courses feature voiceovers, intuitive navigation, reading materials, case studies, progress checks, and animations to boost knowledge retention.
Secure Access:	Encrypted connections, firewalls, and daily malware scans ensure security and system performance.
Flexible Assessments:	Multiple-choice exams can be retaken until a passing score is achieved.
Instant Certificates:	Certificates are issued instantly in secure PDF format with watermark, unique validation code, and QR code for verification.
Training Verification:	Certificates can be verified online using a QR code or unique ID. Digital badges are included with professional certifications.
Manager Access:	A secure portal allows managers to view and download enrollment reports, training records, account balances, and more.
SCORM-Compliant:	Courses can be integrated directly into most corporate Learning Management Systems (LMS).
Purchase Orders:	We accept POs from all companies. Request an invoice to start the procurement process.
Employer Reimbursement:	Some employers may cover training costs -check your company's reimbursement policy.
Financial Assistance:	Payment plans are available for eligible learners, or purchase courses individually as needed.
Career Advancement:	Professional certifications highlight dedication to career growth, enhance resumes, provide interview talking points, and equip learners with practical job skills.

---

Use the form below to request more information about our programs. You can also request a quote for group training or an invoice to generate a company purchase order. For quotes or invoices, please include the course title(s) and the number of students.

Name:
Company:
Phone:
Email:
Enter the number from the image above:
Comments: For quotes or invoices please provide the titles of the course(s) and number of students.	Antibiotic Therapy: Classes of Antibiotics