Which of the following is a first generation oral cephalosporin_____________?
Correct answer: B. Cefadroxil
- A. Cephapirin
- B. Cefadroxil
- C. Cefaclor
- D. Cefixime
Explanation
Cefadroxil is an orally active first-generation cephalosporin. Cephapirin is parenteral first generation, while cefaclor and cefixime belong to the second and third generations, respectively.
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