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Q: The usual dose of Rifampicin to be administered to an adult is
  • A. 1000-2000 mg/day
  • B. 100-200 mg/day
  • C. 600-700 mg/day
  • D. 450-600 mg/day
Correct Answer: Option D - • Usual Adult Dose for Tuberculosis-Active 10 mg/kg IV Or orally once a day Maximum dose: 600 mg/day Duration of therapy: • Initial phase: 2 months (with isoniazid, pyrazinamide, with/without streptomycin or ethambutol) • Continued phase: At least 4 months (with isoniazid)
D. • Usual Adult Dose for Tuberculosis-Active 10 mg/kg IV Or orally once a day Maximum dose: 600 mg/day Duration of therapy: • Initial phase: 2 months (with isoniazid, pyrazinamide, with/without streptomycin or ethambutol) • Continued phase: At least 4 months (with isoniazid)

Explanations:

• Usual Adult Dose for Tuberculosis-Active 10 mg/kg IV Or orally once a day Maximum dose: 600 mg/day Duration of therapy: • Initial phase: 2 months (with isoniazid, pyrazinamide, with/without streptomycin or ethambutol) • Continued phase: At least 4 months (with isoniazid)