Full 2L QBank
Microbiology Systemic Bacteriology (Gram Positive Bacilli, Gram Negative Bacilli) f5e598bf

Which is the drug to treat NARST (Nalidixic acid resistant S.typhi)?

A
Chloramphenicol
B
Azithromycin
C
Ciprofloxacin
D
Septran
High-Yield Explanation
Nalidixic acid-resistance S.typhi (NARST): Surrogate marker of decreased susceptibility to ciprofloxacin. Rx : Azithromycin , third-generation cephalosporins. Aztreonam and Imipenem are the potential second line drugs.

Related Microbiology MCQs

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now