Prevention of tuberculosis
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2 phases of tb treatment
Treating and Managing Tuberculosis
Key Points:
- Both inactive TB (latent TB) and active TB disease can be treated with medication.
- Medication should be taken as prescribed by a healthcare provider.
- Managing TB with the correct use of treatment will help protect yourself and others.
Treatment Plan
A treatment plan for inactive TB or active TB disease is a schedule of TB medications taken to kill all TB germs.
TB germs are strong so it can take a long time for them to die. It is important to take all TB medicines exactly as your health care provider recommends. Your health care provider will discuss the following information regarding your treatment plan:
- Types of medication
- Amount of medication
- Timeframe of medication
- Ways to monitor side effects of medication
Inactive TB Treatment
If you have inactive TB, taking treatment is the best way to protect you from getting active TB disease.
- Treatment time can take three to nine months depending on the treatment plan.
- Combinations of medications may include Isoniazid, Rifampin and Rifapentine.
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