Which statements are correct regarding the differences between first- and fourth-generation cephalosporins? You may select more than one answer
a. Fourth-generation agents have more activity against gram-negative organisms.
b. First-generation agents are more active against anaerobes.
c. First-generation agents have increased resistance to beta-lactamases.
d. Fourth-generation agents are more able to reach the CSF.
e. First-generation agents are more vulnerable to destruction by beta-lactamases.
a, d,
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