Which of the following is not true for antibiotics?

Options

A. Tetracycline is one of the broad spectrum antibiotics wtuch 1 s effective against a large number of harmful microorganisms
B. Streptomycin is highly effective against microorganisms which cause tuberculosis
C. Penicillin has a narrow spectrum and certain persons are sensitive to it
D. Penicillin may be administered without testing the patients for sensitivity to it

Answer

D

Explanation

Penicillin has a narrow spectrum and is effective only against infections caused by various cocci or infections caused by some gram positive bacteria. Some people have allergy from penicillin. Hence, it is very essential to test the sensitivity of the patient by giving a test dose or before giving the full dose.