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Which of the following is used for the prevention of Pneumocystis jiroveci infection in HIV positive patients?

A
Azithromycin
B
Acyclovir
C
Levofloxacin
D
Sulfamethoxazole + trimethoprim
High-Yield Explanation
Prophylaxis with trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMZ) prevents- infection with P.Jiroveci, Toxoplasma gondii. Intolerance of TMP-SMZ is common Alternative agents provide less adequate protection against Pneumocystis species.

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