4th August 2023

A 72-year-old man is admitted with severe community acquired pneumonia.

A 72-year-old man is admitted with severe community acquired pneumonia. He has a history of type 2 diabetes mellitus, ischaemic heart disease, hypercholesterolaemia, gout, and hypertension. He is started on co-amoxiclav and clarithromycin as per trust guidelines.

Which of his medications should be paused due to the risk of drug interaction?

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