A patient has confirmed Clostridioides difficile diarrhoea after antibiotic therapy. Which antimicrobial is commonly administered orally for treatment?
Correct answer: A. Vancomycin
- A. Vancomycin
- B. Gentamicin
- C. Benzylpenicillin
- D. Acyclovir
Explanation
Oral vancomycin acts within the intestinal tract and is commonly used for C. difficile infection. Intravenous vancomycin does not reach adequate concentrations inside the bowel lumen for this purpose.
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