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Is AKT-4 Advised In Patients With Bone TB?
We have a patient who is suffering from bone TB , had a spinal operation and was advised to take AKT-4 . the patient cannot even stand. How long should be AKT-4 Continued and what are the chances of the patient walking again. Age of patient is 74 years
Tue, 28 Apr 2020
Hello,
The AKT-4 is one of anti tubercular medicine.Your patient should take AKT 4 as advised in spite of any age if he is having bone tuberculosis.This should be continued for at least 12-18 months with gradual adjustment of doses and type of medicines.
You should not worry there are good chances of recovery even in old patient if treatment is taken and supervision and in right manner.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
The AKT-4 is one of anti tubercular medicine.Your patient should take AKT 4 as advised in spite of any age if he is having bone tuberculosis.This should be continued for at least 12-18 months with gradual adjustment of doses and type of medicines.
You should not worry there are good chances of recovery even in old patient if treatment is taken and supervision and in right manner.
Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Mukesh Tiwari, Orthopedic Surgeon
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