Tb managment Flashcards by Tw Q

Q

What is the managment of Latent TB

A

Can be treated to left alone
But if patient is taking anti-TNF herapy then
6 months of isoniazide
or 3 months of Isniazide + Rifampicin

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What is the managment of active TB

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R - Rifampic
I - Isoniazide
P- Pyrazinamide
E - Ethambutol
for 4 months and
Rifampicin and Isoniazide for 2 months

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What are the warning points of this drug therapy

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Rifampici - orange urine
Potent inducer of cytochrome enzyme
Breakdown of steroid molecules - Contracepive pill
Breakdown of Opiate analgesics

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How can we prevent TB

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High risk group screening
Housing and nutrition
BCG - attentuated intradermal injection

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