Tetracyclines in Medicine
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What is the treatment of choice for the initial phase of tuberculosis?

  • Isoniazid and rifampicin
  • Isoniazid, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol
  • Isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamide and ethambutol (correct)
  • Streptomycin
  • How long should the initial phase drug regimen be continued for tuberculosis treatment?

  • 6 months
  • 8 months
  • 2 months (correct)
  • 4 months
  • When can Streptomycin be used in the initial phase of tuberculosis treatment?

  • If resistance to isoniazid has been established before therapy (correct)
  • If resistance to rifampicin is present
  • For all patients
  • In all cases
  • Which drugs are used in the continuation phase of tuberculosis treatment?

    <p>Isoniazid and rifampicin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    For which condition is a longer treatment necessary in tuberculosis?

    <p>Meningitis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In supervised treatment for tuberculosis, what regimen is followed in the first 2 months?

    <p>Isoniazid, rifampicin, pyrazinamide, and ethambutol (or streptomycin) 3 times a week</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the reason for fully supervised drug administration in tuberculosis patients?

    <p>To ensure compliance with the treatment regimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done if one of the components of a combination preparation cannot be given due to resistance or intolerance?

    <p>The combination should still be given as a whole</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When might Streptomycin be used in the treatment of tuberculosis?

    <p>If resistance to Isoniazid has been established before therapy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of patients requires fully supervised drug administration in tuberculosis treatment?

    <p>Patients who cannot comply reliably with the treatment regimen</p> Signup and view all the answers

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