Features of phenoxymethyl penicillin include the
following:
A. It is acid stable and orally active
B. Its antibacterial spectrum is similar to that
of benzyl penicillin
C. It is used for less serious penicillin G
sensitive infections
D. All of the above are correct

1 Answer

Answer :

D. All of the above are correct

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