Chapter 21, Problem 2CTQ

a.

Summary Introduction

To describe:

The term DRACO and the mechanism by which DRACO could possibly be used to treat a variety of viral infections including the common cold.

Introduction:

“Double-stranded RNA Activated Caspase Oligomerizer” (DRACO) is a class of drug which shows the antiviral activity against the pathogenic viruses. It provides the possible treatment against dengue flavivirus, retrovirus, and herpesvirus.

b.

Summary Introduction

To provide:

The evidence in support of or refuting the statement: Antibiotic therapy should be used in the treatment of the common cold.

Introduction:

Antibiotics, antiviral drugs, and vaccines, act as a supplement to the immune system as antibiotics and antiviral drugs kill the microbes and viruses which infect the body, and vaccines generate immunity against a particular pathogen before its exposure.