A patient has developed Clostridium difficile associated with pseudomembranous colitis. Which of the following medications is effective in the treatment of Clostridium difficile?
A) Linezolid (Zyvox)
B) Cladribine (Leustatin)
C) Clarithromycin (Biaxin)
D) Metronidazole (Flagyl)
D
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Metronidazole (Flagyl) is indicated for use in the treatment of Clostridium difficile. Linezolid (Zyvox) is not used to treat C. difficile. Cladribine (Leustatin) is an antineoplastic agent that is not used for C. difficile. Clarithromycin (Biaxin) is not used to treat C. difficile.
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