A 30 year old man is suffering from fever, rash and photophobia. Doctors are suspecting he is suffering from meningitis. Which is the best medication for this condition?

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2022-10-31

A 30 year old man is suffering from fever, rash and photophobia. Doctors are suspecting he is

suffering from meningitis. Which is the best medication for this condition?

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The key is B. Cefotaxime. [The patient is getting probable meningococcal meningitis. Before

confirming the diagnosis suggested treatment is, where the organism is unknown:

• <55yrs: cefotaxime 2g/6h slow IV.

• >55yrs: cefotaxime as above + ampicillin 2g IV/4h (for Listeria). So in given case Cefotaxime is

the option. Ref: OHCM, 9th edition, page 832].

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