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A patient develops a rash and fever after starting an antibiotic. What type of adverse drug reaction is this most likely?

A rash and fever to an antibiotic are often idiosyncratic or immunological reactions, fitting the description of a Type B (bizarre) ADR.

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Question: A patient develops a rash and fever after starting an antibiotic. What type of adverse drug reaction is this most likely?

Answer options:

  • Type A (augmented) ✅ Type B (bizarre)
  • Type C (chronic)
  • Type D (delayed)

Correct answer: Type B (bizarre)

Explanation: A rash and fever to an antibiotic are often idiosyncratic or immunological reactions, fitting the description of a Type B (bizarre) ADR.

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