What is the recommended antibiotic for treating Lyme disease in a 6-year-old child presenting with early localized Lyme disease?

What is the recommended antibiotic for

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AAzithromycin (Zithromax, Zmax)
BAmoxicillin
CGentamicin (Gentak, Garamycin)
DCeftriaxone (Rocephin)

✓ Correct answer: B. Amoxicillin Amoxicillin is the recommended antibiotic for treating early localized Lyme disease in children under 8 years old due to its safety and efficacy. Doxycycline is another option for children older than 8 years, but is avoided in younger children due to potential tooth discoloration. Gentamicin is not used for Lyme disease, ceftriaxone is reserved for more severe, disseminated cases, and azithromycin is less effective than amoxicillin for Lyme disease in early stages.

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