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Which of the following is an example of a broad spectrumA. AmpicillinB. StreptomycinC. SulphanilamideD. Penicillin G

Answer» Correct Answer - C
Chlormphenicol is a broad treatment of pheumonia because it can kill or inhibit a wide range of harmful bacteria. It is rapidly absorbed from the gastrointestinal treact and hence can be given orally in case of typhoid, dysentrty, acute fever,, certain from of urinary infections, meningitis, bronchitis, and pneumonis. penicillin -`G` (or benxyl penicillin) dixcovered by Alexander Fleming is a narrow spectrum antibiotic whilst ampicillin (a synthetic modification of penicillin) has broad spectrum.)
The antibiotic streptomycin is highly specific for tuberculosis.


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