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Question:

Among the following, the narrow spectrum antibiotic is: Penicillin G, Ampicillin, Amoxycillin, Chloramphenicol?

Penicillin G

Ampicillin

Amoxycillin

Chloramphenicol

Solution:

Correct option is A. Penicillin G
Benzylpenicillin (Penicillin G) is a narrow-spectrum antibiotic used to treat infections caused by susceptible bacteria. It is a natural penicillin antibiotic that is administered intravenously or intramuscularly due to poor oral absorption. Hence, option A is correct.