What is considered an appropriate treatment for mild disease caused by C. difficile?
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The question is asking about the appropriate treatment options for mild disease caused by Clostridium difficile, specifically which of the given choices is correct.
Answer
Metronidazole 500 mg three times daily for 10 days.
Metronidazole 500 mg 3 times daily for 10 days (PO or IV) is an appropriate treatment for mild C. difficile infection.
Answer for screen readers
Metronidazole 500 mg 3 times daily for 10 days (PO or IV) is an appropriate treatment for mild C. difficile infection.
More Information
Metronidazole is used for mild cases of C. difficile, while vancomycin may be preferred for more severe infections.
Tips
A common mistake is using broad antibiotics initially, which can exacerbate antibiotic resistance. Stick to recommended treatments.
Sources
- PMC article recommending therapy - pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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