A 65-year-year-old patient with established Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) stage 4 (eGFR 25 ml/min/1.73m²) develops a community-acquired pneumonia requi...

Question

A 65-year-year-old patient with established Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) stage 4 (eGFR 25 ml/min/1.73m²) develops a community-acquired pneumonia requiring antibiotic treatment. They have no known drug allergies. Which antibiotic commonly used for CAP requires significant dose adjustment or consideration due to their renal function?

Accepted Answer

Clarithromycin

Answer

Amoxicillin

Answer

Doxycycline

Answer

Levofloxacin

Answer

Benzylpenicillin

ukmla MCQ (SBA): Prescribing in Renal Impairment