A 50-year-old farmer presents to the hospital for fever, headache, and myalgia. He noticed a rash on his left ankle which has now spread to his sole, leg, and trunk. His temperature is 38.0 C (100.4 F), blood pressure 130/80 mmHg, and heart rate 75/min. Physical examination reveals red blotches and pinpoint dots on the left foot, leg, and torso. He has no known significant past medical condition. Which of the following is the drug of choice for this patient's condition?

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