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All of the following are features of streptomycin drug except______________?

Correct answer: B. It can be given orally

  • A. It is an antitubercular drug
  • B. It can be given orally
  • C. Effective against g-ve organisms
  • D. None of the above

Explanation

Streptomycin is used in tuberculosis treatment and has activity against several Gram-negative organisms, but it is poorly absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract. It must therefore be administered parenterally rather than orally.

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