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What Causes Lack Of Appetite While On Rifinah For Tuberculosis?

Hi Dr.my husband started tb treatment in february nd he is now on rifinah.he cant eat has no appetite even if he takes vitamins.he doesnt feel like eating at all nd he doesnt get hungry.he has lost 5kilograms now since he has been on treatment.im so depressd doctor pls help.
Tue, 5 Jul 2016
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Thanx for your query...
TB is very much treatable now.,so dont be depressed...every drugs have its adverse effects...similarly ATT can cause adverse effect...as per your husband condition..he should be investigated for LFT to rule ATT induced hepatitis...also losing 5 kg is a matter of concern in Tuberculosis patients taking ATT. . you need to consult your parent doctor for further evaluation..,however he can take TAB. emeset 4 mg tds..an Antacid in morning...and high protien diet is which require most...

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What Causes Lack Of Appetite While On Rifinah For Tuberculosis?

Thanx for your query... TB is very much treatable now.,so dont be depressed...every drugs have its adverse effects...similarly ATT can cause adverse effect...as per your husband condition..he should be investigated for LFT to rule ATT induced hepatitis...also losing 5 kg is a matter of concern in Tuberculosis patients taking ATT. . you need to consult your parent doctor for further evaluation..,however he can take TAB. emeset 4 mg tds..an Antacid in morning...and high protien diet is which require most... thanx