GENTAMICIN
\d͡ʒˈɛntɐmˌɪsɪn], \dʒˈɛntɐmˌɪsɪn], \dʒ_ˈɛ_n_t_ɐ_m_ˌɪ_s_ɪ_n]\
Definitions of GENTAMICIN
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an antibiotic (trade name Garamycin) that is derived from an actinomycete; used in treating infections of the urinary tract
By Princeton University
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an antibiotic (trade name Garamycin) that is derived from an actinomycete; used in treating infections of the urinary tract
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A complex of three different closely related aminoglycoside sulfates, Gentamicins C1, C2, and C1 (subA), obtained from Micromonospora purpurea and related species. They are broad-spectrum antibiotics, but may cause ear and kidney damage. They act to inhibit protein synthesis (TRANSLATION (GENETICS)).
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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