Jacob,before a colorectal surgery,was given a drug to be taken orally so that the number of bacteria in his bowel could reduce before the surgery.Which of the following is most likely the antibiotic administered to Jacob?

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The aminoglycosides are poorly absorbed from the GI tract, and this effect is used to advantage before intestinal surgery. Large doses are given orally before abdominal surgery to reduce the number of intestinal bacteria and sterilize the bowel.

Jacob,before a Colorectal Surgery,was Given a Drug to Be Taken