Which of the following is the most commonly used drug for management of community acquired pneumonia?
Correct Answer: Azithromycin
Description: Azithromycin for management of pneumococcal pneumonia Modality Regimen Previously healthy and no antibiotics in past 3 months: A macrolide or Doxycycline (100 mg PO BD) Comorbidities or antibiotics in past 3 months: select an alternative from a different class Fluoroquinolone or A b- lactam plus a macrolide In regions with a high rate of "high-level" pneumococcal macrolide resistance,consider alternatives listed above for patients with comorbidities
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