A 60-year-old man presents with erythema, warmth and tenderness over his lower leg after a minor abrasion. He has no systemic symptoms. You suspect un...

Question

A 60-year-old man presents with erythema, warmth and tenderness over his lower leg after a minor abrasion. He has no systemic symptoms. You suspect uncomplicated cellulitis likely due to Staphylococcus aureus. According to Australian guidance, which oral antibiotic is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Flucloxacillin 500 mg 6-hourly

Answer

Amoxicillin alone

Answer

Metronidazole 400 mg 12-hourly

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Ciprofloxacin 500 mg 12-hourly

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Vancomycin orally

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Mild cellulitis antibiotic choice

A 60-year-old man presents with erythema, warmth and tenderness over his lower leg after a minor abrasion. He has no systemic symptoms. You suspect uncomplicated cellulitis likely due to Staphylococcus aureus. According to Australian guidance, which oral antibiotic is most appropriate?