To treat an upper respiratory infection due to Streptococcus pneumoniae in a pregnant woman with a known history of penicillin allergy, all of the following drugs are contraindicated EXCEPT?
a. Ampicillin
b. Tetracycline
c. Ciprofloxacin
d. Azithromycin
e. Metronidazole

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***D*** ∻Key Concept∻ ⚹Safe antibiotic for penicillin-allergic pregnant women⚹ ∻Explanation∻ ⚹Azithromycin is considered safe for use in pregnant women with a penicillin allergy and is effective against Streptococcus pneumoniae.⚹◊What is the mechanism of action of penicillin and how does it differ from the other listed antibiotics⍭ Generate me a similar question◊

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