Diarrhea After Antibiotic Treatment (458/1700)

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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