Question:
The bacteriostatic antibiotic among the following is
The bacteriostatic antibiotic among the following is
Updated On: Jun 3, 2024
- erythromycin
- penicillin
- aminoglycoside
- ofloxacin
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The Correct Option is A
Solution and Explanation
Antibiotics have either cidal (killing) effect or static (inhibitory) effect on microbes. Erythromycin is a bacteriostatic antibiotic.
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Antimicrobials
Infections and diseases may be caused by different types of organisms like bacteria, fungi, and viruses, etc., in humans and animals. Antimicrobial agent is the drugs that are used to prevent the pathogenicity of microorganisms.
Examples: Antibiotics, antiseptics, and disinfectants.
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