C Diff Flashcards by Ben Callaghan

Q

1st line therapy for C diff?

A

Vancomycin for 10 days

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2nd line therapy for C diff?

A

Oral Fidaxomycin

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3rd line / severe ?

A

Oral Vanc + IV metronidazole

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Rx of C diff if recurrence within 12 weeks?

A

Fidaxomycin

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Hand washing and C diff

A

Hand washing essential

Alcohol gel not effective

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