An old lady had UTI and was treated with antibiotics. She then developed diarrhea. What is the
single most likely tx?
a. Co-amoxiclav
b. Piperacillin + tazobactam
c. Ceftriaxone
d. Vancomycin
answer: D
Pseudomembranous colitis(c difficile) is associated with antibiotic use,
which may alter the balance of normal gut flora and allow overgrowth of
certain organisms.
Treatment: Vancomycin (best), metrondiazole
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