A patient has a Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency. Of the following drugs, which should be avoided in this patient?

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Quinolones should be avoided in patients with G6PD deficiency. The enzyme is found in red blood cells and protects against oxidative stress. African Americans have some of the highest rates of polymorphisms. There is no contraindication for the other listed agents.

A Patient Has a Glucose-6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase (G6PD) Deficiency