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JEE Main · 2022 · 24 Jun 2022 · Shift 1 · Chemistry in Everyday Life

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Which of the following is not a broad spectrum antibiotic?
  1. (A)Vancomycin
  2. (B)Ampicillin
  3. (C)Ofloxacin
  4. (D)Penicillin G✓ Correct

Answer: (D)

Solution

Broad spectrum antibiotics are effective against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria. Vancomycin, ampicillin, and ofloxacin are broad spectrum antibiotics. Penicillin G is a narrow spectrum antibiotic, primarily effective against Gram-positive bacteria and some Gram-negative cocci.

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