Which one of the following is not an antibiotic ?
(a) Streptomycin (b) Citric acid
(c) Griseofulvin (d) Cephalosporin
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citric acid is not antibiotic
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Among the given options (b) Citric acid is not an antibiotic.
- Citric acid is a weak organic acid having the formula CHO. It is a naturally occurring preservative in citrus fruits and is also used to add acidic or sour taste to foods and drinks.
- Griseofulvin is an antifungal drug, administered orally. It is used for treating fungal skin and nail infections, both in animals and humans.
- Streptomycin is an antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections such as tuberculosis, endocarditis, influenza, etc.
- Cephalosporin is an antibiotic and is used in the diagnosis of infections of the bacteria such as respiratory tract infections, skin infections etc.
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