The antibiotic commonly used for the treatment of syphilis is ___.

Penicillin

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Streptomycin

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Aureomycin

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Tetramycin

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Solution

The correct option is A Penicillin
The antibiotic pencillin is used in the treatment of early syphilis. Penicillin is usually given as a shot (injection). If you are allergic to penicillin, your doctor may prescribe another antibiotic such as doxycycline, tetracycline, ceftriaxone, or azithromycin.

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