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aminoglycoside antibiotic

Meaning of aminoglycoside antibiotic: A substance that works against many types of bacteria and includes streptomycin, gentamicin, and neomycin.

Definition of aminoglycoside antibiotic

A substance that works against many types of bacteria and includes streptomycin, gentamicin, and neomycin. An aminoglycoside antibiotic is used to treat bacterial infections.

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