Microbiology In a child admitted with H. Influenza meningitis, Cefotaxime was staed instead of ampicillin. Which of these is the likely reason for this? A H. influenzae stains known to produce Beta lactamase B H. influenzae stains known to have altered penicillin binding protein C More easier to give D It is cheap 💡 Explanation In a child admitted with H. Influenza meningitis, Cefotaxime was staed instead of ampicillin. Which of these is the likely reason for this? ✓ Correct Answer: A. H. influenzae stains known to produce Beta lactamase