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Which of the following is not true?
- A Erythromycin is a bacteriostatic antibiotic.
- B Ampicillin is not a natural antibiotic.
- C Prontosil is not converted into sulphanilamide in the body.
- D Vancomycin is a broad spectrum antibiotic.
Answer & Solution
Correct Answer
(C) Prontosil is not converted into sulphanilamide in the body.
Step-by-step Solution
Detailed explanation
Prontosil is converted into sulphanilamide in the body, which is the real active compound.

Prontosil

Sulphanilamide

Prontosil

Sulphanilamide
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