15th March 2024

A 45 year old female presents to the hospital with a two day history of a red, hot, swollen left leg

A 45 year old female presents to the hospital with a two day history of a red, hot, swollen left leg which was discharging pus. On questioning, she recently fell on her leg, which resulted in localised bleeding and bruising. A wound swab was performed which grew methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA). The patient states she has several antibiotic allergies. Which of the following agents would likely be least effective for the treatment of this organism?

Select the SINGLE most appropriate option from the list below. Select ONE option only.