Concerning streptogramins, which one of the following statements is FALSE?

A. They are active against methicillin-resistant staphylococci

B. They may cause a syndrome of ahralgia and myalgia

C. They induce formation of hepatic drug metabolizing enzymes

D. They are used in the management of infections caused by vancomycin-resistant enterococci

Correct Answer: They induce formation of hepatic drug metabolizing enzymes

Description: (Ref: Katzung 10/e p753) Streptogramins like quinpristin and dalfopristin possess microsomal enzyme inhibitory propey (NOT inducing). These are effective against MRSA and VRE infections.

Category: Pharmacology

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