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In order to know whose the best antibiotic to be prescribed. There are some antibiotics that are specific of a gram type (they won't be useful on both types), while there are other antibiotics that have a greater effect on a specific Gram type than on the other one.

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Is liquid antibiotic solution or suspension?

Liquid antibiotic formulations can be either solutions or suspensions. A solution contains the antibiotic fully dissolved in a liquid, resulting in a clear mixture. In contrast, a suspension contains solid antibiotic particles dispersed in a liquid, which may require shaking before use to ensure even distribution. The specific formulation depends on the antibiotic and its intended use.


Is liquid antibiotic a solution?

Not necessarily. It depends on the antibiotic and it distribution medium. If it requires shaking before use and is not transparent to light, it is a suspension and not a solution. An example would be Ampicillin (penicillin). An antibiotics that comes as a clear (maybe colored) liquids and does not require shaking before use probably is a solution.


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