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2020-09-03 08:57:33
I took first line of anti tuber culosis drugs I took them for 11 days after that I skipped 8 days due to heavy nausea, lastly my doctor prescribed them again and I'm again on it from the 9th day Is it alright ?
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It is advised to take anti tubercular drugs continously to avoid drug resistance,do a online consultation with a pulmonologist for further evaluation and management

Answered2020-09-06 09:49:13

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Hi noted above history and related issues. For TB as per WHO guidelines and DOTS category max duration of medication is upto 6-8 months depending on type of TB And yes nausea and vomiting is due to TB medication itself
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Open personal consult for proper evaluation investigation and related treatment

Answered2020-09-03 10:05:28

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Ideally it's not right but nothing can be done for the skipped doses right now. Do not interrupt the treatment again. Intrupted treatment can lead to serious consequences

Answered2020-09-03 09:36:14

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