Which medication is recommended for immediate use in a patient presenting with acute pericarditis who is unable to take NSAIDs?
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✓ Correct answer: C. ColchicineFor patients with acute pericarditis who are unable to take NSAIDs, colchicine is recommended. Colchicine reduces inflammation and prevents recurrence of pericarditis. NSAIDs like ibuprofen and aspirin are typically first-line treatments but are not suitable for patients who cannot tolerate them. Prednisone is a corticosteroid and is generally reserved for severe or refractory cases due to its side effect profile.
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