All of the following drugs are contraindicated in patients with G-6-PD deficiency, except____________?
Correct answer: D. Ceftriaxone
- A. Cotrimoxazole
- B. Furazolidone
- C. Nalidixic acid
- D. Ceftriaxone
Explanation
Ceftriaxone is not a standard oxidant drug associated with haemolysis in G6PD deficiency, whereas cotrimoxazole, furazolidone and nalidixic acid may precipitate haemolysis. Therefore it is the exception.
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