Treatment of Tuberculosis

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Rapid identification of presumptive cases, prompt diagnosis, early initiation of an appropriate regimen and successful completion of treatment, especially for infectious cases of tuberculosis, helps to cut the chain of transmission of TB infection in the community and are the most effective ways of preventing TB.

Treatment of tuberculosis should be started immediately after confirmation of TB diagnosis. Treatment regimens define the specific drug combinations used and the intended length of treatment. Anti-Tuberculous drugs are the most important component of tuberculosis treatment. Adequate treatment is one of the most efficient means of preventing the spread of tuberculosis bacilli. The current requirements for adequate treatment are an appropriate combination of at least three effective anti-tuberculous drugs, to not only kill the bacilli but also protect against the development of resistance. These should be prescribed in the correct regimen and dosage and taken regularly by the person with tuberculosis for a sufficient period of time to prevent relapse of the disease after completion of treatment.