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An antibiotic that contains arsenic is

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Salvarsan is the arsenic-containing drug used against syphilis.
Updated On: Nov 12, 2026
  • prontosil
  • chloramphenicol
  • salvarsan
  • thymol
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

Step 1: Recall
Salvarsan was the first synthetic drug used against syphilis and is an organic arsenic compound.

Step 2: Eliminate
None of the other three contain arsenic.

Step 3: Match the option
The option naming salvarsan matches.

Final Answer:
Salvarsan is the arsenic drug. \[ \boxed{\text{(C) }\text{salvarsan}} \]
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