Question

What are the common antibiotics used for the treatment of smallpox infection after exposure?

A) Penicillin and amoxicillin
B) Ciprofloxacin (Cipro) and doxycycline (Vibramycin)
C) Azithromycin and erythromycin
D) Clindamycin and metronidazole
E) Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim)

Answer 1

Amoxicillin and doxycycline are commonly used antibiotics for early stages of smallpox infection after exposure, while penicillin G, chloramphenicol, or ceftriaxone are given intravenously in later stages.

Step-by-step explanation:

After exposure to smallpox, the antibiotics commonly used for treatment of the infection depend on the stage of the infection. During the early stage (about 30 days), antibacterial drugs like amoxicillin and doxycycline are effective. In the later stages, intravenous administration of penicillin G, chloramphenicol, or ceftriaxone can be given.