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Antibacterial agents are substances that kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria, showing selective toxicity and acting on specific bacterial targets. They are classified based on their effect (bactericidal or bacteriostatic) and mechanism of action, which includes inhibitors of cell wall synthesis, protein synthesis, nucleic acid synthesis, antimetabolites, and cell membrane disruptors. Key examples include β-lactams, aminoglycosides, fluoroquinolones, and sulfonamides.
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