How Do Antibiotics and Antivirals Work at the Cellular Level?
Antibiotics and antivirals target specific cellular processes of pathogens. Antibiotics like penicillin inhibit bacterial cell wall synthesis, leading to cell lysis. Antiviral drugs, such as acyclovir, inhibit viral DNA polymerase, preventing viral replication. The effectiveness of these treatments depends on the pathogen's susceptibility and the ability to reach the site of infection.
