Which is the most appropriate initial treatment for Pulmonary tuberculosis?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: A. Rifampicin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide and ethambutol
- Step 1: Pulmonary tuberculosis is treated with rifampicin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide and ethambutol.
Answer
Rifampicin, isoniazid, pyrazinamide and ethambutol.
Why not the others: 'Oral amoxicillin alone': it will not treat tuberculosis. 'Rifampicin alone': single-drug therapy breeds resistance. 'Surgical resection of the cavity as first-line': drug therapy is first-line.
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