This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: AIIMS 2019, Subject name: Pharmacology
Which of the following is used for the treatment of paucibacillary leprosy? 
Select and explain. 
A. 2 drugs for 6 months, B. 2 drugs for 12 months, C. 3 drugs for 6 months, D. 3 drugs for 12 months
C: 3 drugs for 6 months
Answer: C: 3 drugs for 6 months 
Explanation: According to the latest guidelines treatment of multibacillary and paulibacillary leprosy is same expect for duration of treatment. Multibacillary Paulibacillary Rifampin 600 mg once a month supervised 600 mg once a month supervised Clofazimine 300 mg once a month supervised + 50 mg daily self administered 300 mg once a month supervised + 50 mg daily self administered Dapsone 100 mg daily self administered 100 mg daily self administered Duration 12 months 6 months