Which of the following drugs requires SALINE only for reconstitution?

• A. Daptomycin
• B. Oxaliplatin
• C. Ertapenem
• D. Caspofungin

Answer: (C)

Ertapenem is the correct choice because it is specifically recommended to be reconstituted with normal saline (0.9% sodium chloride). This is important as the reconstitution fluid can affect the stability and effectiveness of the drug. Ertapenem needs to be dissolved in saline to maintain its pharmaceutical properties, ensuring that it remains effective when administered.

Other options may involve different reconstitution fluids. For instance, daptomycin is typically reconstituted with sterile water for injection, oxaliplatin can be diluted with specific solutions depending on the formulation, and caspofungin may involve reconstitution with dextrose solutions or water. Hence, erapenem stands out among these choices as requiring saline exclusively for optimal preparation before use.