Antitubercular Drugs

ANTITUBERCULAR DRUGS Description also available in video format (attached below), for better experience use your desktop. Introduction Top of Form Top of Form · Antitubercular drugs are medications used to treat tuberculosis (TB), an infectious disease caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis. · TB primarily affects the lungs but can also impact other parts of the body. · Antitubercular therapy typically involves a combination of drugs to ensure efficacy and prevent the development of drug resistance. Definition · Antitubercular drugs are agents that specifically target and kill or inhibit the growth of Mycobacterium tuberculosis. · They are categorized into first-line and second-line drugs based on their efficacy, safety, and the likelihood of resistance. Classification Fir...