broad-spectrum

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"Comprehensive pandemic preparedness requires significant new investments in viral surveillance, proactive clinical testing of vaccines for pandemic-potential viruses, new diagnostic technologies, broad-spectrum antiviral treatments, and stockpiling of materials."

From Salon

And prescriptions for broad-spectrum antibiotics nearly tripled from 1980 to 1992.

From Scientific American

She started the patient on broad-spectrum antibiotics — she didn’t feel comfortable withholding treatment from a man this sick — and admitted him to the hospital.

From New York Times

Earlier this year, Starpharma launched Viraleze, a broad-spectrum antiviral nasal spray containing SPL7013, which is registered for sale as a medical device in Europe and India.

From Scientific American

After treatment with broad-spectrum antibiotics, gut bacteria tend to grow back with less diversity, she says, and more unhealthy kinds of bacteria can thrive.

From Scientific American