What is a broad-spectrum antibiotic? Name one such antibiotic.
(N/A) broad-spectrum antibiotic is an antimicrobial agent that is effective against a wide range of both Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria.
Examples include tetracyclines,chloramphenicol,and fluoroquinolones.
Examples include tetracyclines,chloramphenicol,and fluoroquinolones.
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