This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: D.O.C, Subject name: Pharmacology
Empirical therapy for meningococcal meningitis: 
Select and explain. 
A. Cefoxitin, B. Ceftriaxone, C. Cefotetan, D. Gentamicin
B: Ceftriaxone
Answer: B: Ceftriaxone 
Explanation: Ans. B. CeftriaxoneDrug of choice as prophylaxis of meningococcal meningitis is ceftriaxone, ciprofloxacin and rifampicin. Definitive therapy is penicillin G. empirical therapy is ceftriaxone. If it is pregnant female, then we will give ceftriaxone.