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Which of the following drugs has the highest bactericidal activity against Mycobacterium leprae?

A
Rifampicin
B
Clofazimine
C
Dapsone
D
Minocycline
High-Yield Explanation
Rifampicin has a high bactericidal activity against M. leprae. A single dose of 1500 mg appears to kill 99% of the organisms. Ref: Park 21st edition, page 296.

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