Handbook on Adverse Drug Reactions in TB Treatment

This comprehensive, well-referenced handbook contains a plethora of knowledge that defines a practical approach to every aspect of adverse drug reactions in tuberculosis treatment. It covers all aspects ranging from epidemiology of adverse drug reactions in new and drug-resistant patients. Also included are case-based approaches to the treatment of tuberculosis, multi-drug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) and extensively drug-resistant tuberculosis (XDR-TB) in special situations such as pregnancy, renal insufficiency and liver diseases.Chapters are organized in a systematic way for easy understanding and for practical approach with illustrative cases. Serves as a practical guide for undergraduate and postgraduate medical students, practitioners, program managers and healthcare workers in TB control.