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VIOMYCINS

\vˈa͡ɪəmˌɪsɪnz], \vˈa‍ɪəmˌɪsɪnz], \v_ˈaɪ_ə_m_ˌɪ_s_ɪ_n_z]\

Definitions of VIOMYCINS

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A strongly basic peptide, antibiotic complex from several strains of Streptomyces. It is allergenic and toxic to kidneys and the labyrinth. Viomycin is used in tuberculosis as several different salts and in combination with other agents.

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