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24/09/2020 6:49 pm
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Which one of the following antimicrobial drugs is suitable for treatment of both tuberculosis and leprosy?
(a) Isoniazid
(b) R-aminosalicylic acid
(c) Streptomycin
(d) Rifampicin
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24/09/2020 6:50 pm
(d) Rifampicin
Explanation:
Leprosy is caused by Mycobacterium leprae, while tuberculosis is caused by bacteria Streptococcus or Staphylococcus. Rifampicin is a common medicine in treatment of both the diseases.