A group of students are reviewing information about the different penicillins. The students demonstrate understanding of the information when they identify which of the following as an example of a beta-lactamase inhibitor? Select all that apply
A) Piperacillin
B) Amoxicillin
C) Tazobactam
D) Sulbactam
E) Clavulanic acid
Ans: C, D, E
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Examples of beta-lactamase inhibitors are clavulanic acid, sulbactam, and tazobactam. Amoxicillin is an example of an aminopenicillin. Piperacillin is an example of an extended-spectrum penicillin.
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