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What is DOC for Meningococcal chemoprophylaxis is - and explain in detail?
Ans. C. RifampicinClose (household and kissing, HCW's) contacts of individuals with meningococcal disease are at increased risk (up to 1,000 times the rate for the general population) of developing secondary disease.Chemoprophylaxis:a. Adults- Ciprofloxacin-500mg oral single dose OR Ceftriaxone-single dose I/M or IV;b. Children-Rifampicin-4 doses over 2 days OR Ceftriaxone-single dose I/M or IV.c. Pregnant- Ceftriaxone-single dose I/M or IV.