Antitubercular Meds

Question 1

Rifampin

Answer 1

Can cause reddish/orange discoloration of saliva, sweat, tears, urine, and feces

Clients shouldn’t wear contacts.
Check visual acuity.

Question 2

Isoniazid

Answer 2

Can lead to signs and symptoms of vitamin b6 def. (peripheral neuro)

Don’t combine with phenytoin.
Give before meals.