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Which antibiotic is recommended for treating acute infective endocarditis caused by Staphylococcus aureus?
Vancomycin + Gentamicin
What is the most common cause of infective endocarditis among Gram-positive bacteria?
Staphylococcus aureus
Which antibiotic combination is recommended for treating prosthetic valve infective endocarditis caused by coagulase-negative staphylococci?
Vancomycin + Gentamicin + Rifampicin
What is the recommended preventive antibiotic for individuals allergic to amoxicillin in the context of infective endocarditis?
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Which antibiotic is associated with hepatotoxicity and requires monitoring of liver function tests during treatment?
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