streptomycin Synonyms
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streptomycin Meaning
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streptomycin (n)
an antibiotic produced by the actinomycete Streptomyces griseus and used to treat tuberculosis
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an antibiotic produced by the actinomycete Streptomyces griseus and used to treat tuberculosis
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Streptomycin was the first antibiotic used to treat tuberculosis, revolutionizing its management.
The emergence of streptomycin-resistant tuberculosis strains posed a significant challenge in controlling the disease.
Streptomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic that inhibits protein synthesis in bacteria.
Streptomycin is often combined with other antibiotics to enhance its effectiveness against tuberculosis.
