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What adverse effect is commonly associated with high-dose Ceftriaxone?
What adverse effect is commonly associated with high-dose Ceftriaxone?
Which antibiotic is known to cause harmless orange/red color changes in body fluids?
Which antibiotic is known to cause harmless orange/red color changes in body fluids?
What is the main mechanism of action of Metronidazole?
What is the main mechanism of action of Metronidazole?
Which antibiotic is commonly used to treat brain abscess caused by Toxoplasma gondii?
Which antibiotic is commonly used to treat brain abscess caused by Toxoplasma gondii?
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What is a common adverse effect associated with long-term use of Metronidazole?
What is a common adverse effect associated with long-term use of Metronidazole?
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What treatment approach is recommended for a brain abscess caused by bacteria?
What treatment approach is recommended for a brain abscess caused by bacteria?
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What is the mechanism of action of Amphotericin B?
What is the mechanism of action of Amphotericin B?
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Which drug is indicated for maintenance therapy for fungal meningitis?
Which drug is indicated for maintenance therapy for fungal meningitis?
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What is a major adverse effect associated with Flucytosine?
What is a major adverse effect associated with Flucytosine?
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Which drug is used in combination with Amphotericin B for the treatment of fungal meningitis?
Which drug is used in combination with Amphotericin B for the treatment of fungal meningitis?
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What is the black box warning for Flucytosine?
What is the black box warning for Flucytosine?
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How does Flucytosine exert its antifungal effect?
How does Flucytosine exert its antifungal effect?
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Which is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in neonates?
Which is the most common cause of bacterial meningitis in neonates?
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What is the most appropriate antibiotic treatment for Streptococcus pneumoniae meningitis?
What is the most appropriate antibiotic treatment for Streptococcus pneumoniae meningitis?
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What pathogen is associated with Gram-negative rod in bacterial meningitis?
What pathogen is associated with Gram-negative rod in bacterial meningitis?
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Which antibiotic is recommended for chemoprophylaxis in a household with unvaccinated kids?
Which antibiotic is recommended for chemoprophylaxis in a household with unvaccinated kids?
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What is the purpose of adjunctive corticosteroid therapy in treating meningitis?
What is the purpose of adjunctive corticosteroid therapy in treating meningitis?
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What is the mechanism of action of 3rd generation cephalosporins in treating bacterial meningitis?
What is the mechanism of action of 3rd generation cephalosporins in treating bacterial meningitis?
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