Multiple choice

To increase the effectiveness of cefoperazone against beta-lactamase-producing organisms, it is formulated with which of the following?

  1. Tazobactam

  2. Sulbactam

  3. Tebipenem

  4. Avibactam

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Cefoperazone is formulated with Sulbactam to increase its effectiveness against beta-lactamase producing organisms. Sulbactam is a β-lactamase inhibitor. It binds to the enzyme and does not allow it to degrade the antibiotic.