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broad-spectrum antibiotic

Noun

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broad-spectrum antibiotic (plural broad-spectrum antibiotics)

(pharmacology) Any antibiotic that is active against a wide range of bacteria, especially against both gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.

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Its use near the end of pregnancy and during breastfeeding is typically not recommended. citation Chloramphenicol is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that typically stops bacterial growth by stopping the production of proteins. Source: Internet

Nalidixic acid Ciprofloxacin Levofloxacin Trovafloxacin The quinolones are a family of synthetic broad-spectrum antibiotic drugs. Source: Internet

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