Which of the following is the most appropriate initial antibiotic? JM-473

year-old child. Respiratory rate 30. Heart rate 120. Fever 30.9. one day history of fever, vomiting, abdominal pain. On examination, mild abdominal tenderness but no rigidity. Chest xray is given (looks like pneumonia). Which of the following is the most appropriate initial antibiotic? JM-473

a. Amoxicillin- Mild
b. Roxithromycin- Mild ans
c. Augmentin oral
d. IV penicillin
e. IV ceftriaxone
ans:b