Which Drug Group Is Considered a Suitable Alternative to Penicillins

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which drug group is considered a suitable alternative to penicillins when there is a known allergy?

• A) The macrolides
• B) The cephalosporins
• C) Gycopeptide antibacterials such as vancomycin
• D) The quinolones

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