XDR typhoid is resistant to all first-line drugs plus fluoroquinolones and ceftriaxone. What treatment options remain?...

Question

XDR typhoid is resistant to all first-line drugs plus fluoroquinolones and ceftriaxone. What treatment options remain?

Accepted Answer

Azithromycin (if susceptible) and/or carbapenems for severe cases

Answer

None

Answer

Metronidazole

Answer

Vancomycin

Answer

Rifampicin

uk-dtmh MCQ (SBA): XDR Typhoid Treatment