Which antibiotic is effective against pseudomonas and indole +ve proteus ?

Correct answer: B. Carbenicillin

  • A. Methicillin
  • B. Carbenicillin
  • C. Lincomycin
  • D. Oxacillin

Explanation

Carbenicillin is an antipseudomonal penicillin with activity against Pseudomonas and certain Proteus species, including indole-positive strains. Methicillin and oxacillin target staphylococci, whereas lincomycin lacks reliable antipseudomonal activity.

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