LTBI Treatment Regimens

Question 1

LTBI in general regimen

Answer 1

1. Isonizid 9 mo daily with vit. B6 supplement
   - if cant tolerate INH move to…
2. Rifampin - daily for 4 mo (sometimes sub in rifabutin)

Question 2

LTBI and Pregnancy

Answer 2

1. delay trt. until after delivery (INH - harm fetus)

2. yet consider if women is HIV, immunocompromised or recent TB contact