Which one of the following is a antifungal antibiotic?

Streptomycin

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Aureomycin

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Griseofulvin

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Chloromycetin

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Solution

The correct option is C Griseofulvin
1. Streptomycin is an antibacterial antibiotic.
2. Aureomycin is a brand name of medication included in antiinfectives and antiseptics.
3. Griseofulvin is an effective antifungal medication used to treat infections of skin, scalp, nails etc.so it is used to treat only fungal infections.
4. Chloromycetin is an effective medicine used for the treatment of serious infections caused by bacteria only.
So, the correct answer is 'Griseofulvin'.

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