A gynecologist caring for a pregnant patient who has gonorrhea prescribed cefixime (Suprax) instead of the more common tetracycline hydrochloride (Achromycin). What is the rationale for this decision?
a. Gonorrhea is less likely to be resistant to Suprax.
b. Achromycin requires a longer treatment protocol than Suprax.
c. Suprax is a more potent drug that Achro-mycin.
d. Achromycin is contraindicated in a patient who is pregnant.
D
Achromycin is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation.
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