neomycin

noun1

1. •
   A broad-spectrum aminoglycoside antibiotic related to streptomycin that is produced by a streptomyces (Streptomyces fradiae) and used medically especially to treat local infections.

   • The bowel is prepared preoperatively with neomycin and sulfathalidine. A wide transverse lower abdominal incision is used. — 1954