initial phase of treatment for active TB
Last reviewed 01/2018
Seek specialist advice and consult local guidelines.
The initial phase of treatment for tuberculosis consists of quadruple therapy for 2 months:
- rifampicin
- isoniazid (with pyridoxine)
- pyrazinamide
- ethambutol
In some circumstances streptomycin may be used during the initial phase.
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