Drugs That are Bacteriostatic

Question

Drugs that are bacteriostatic
A)kill bacteria.
B)promote bacterial growth.
C)inactivate bacterial spores.
D)inhibit the growth of bacteria.

Accepted Answer

Bacteriostatic drugs do not kill bacteria, but rather inhibit their growth and reproduction. They are typically used to slow down the progression of an infection so that the immune system has time to clear it.