What are the side effects of taking TB medicine?

Some of the potential side effects to be aware of when taking TB medication are:

  • itchy skin.
  • skin rashes, bruising or yellow skin.
  • upset stomach, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea or loss of appetite.
  • lack of feeling or tingling in the hands or feet.
  • changes in your eyesight, particularly changes in red or green colour vision.

Can TB patient live normal life after treatment?

While tuberculosis (TB) is a highly contagious disease, it’s also very treatable. The best way to avoid complications from the disease is to take medications regularly and complete the full course as prescribed. In the United States, people with TB can live a normal life, both during and after treatment.

What should be avoided during TB treatment?

As a TB patient, you must avoid caffeine, refined sugar and flour, sodium, and bottled sauces. Foods containing saturated and trans fats worsen the TB symptoms of diarrhoea and abdominal cramping and fatigue. Additionally, alcohol and tobacco are a definite no-no during the disease treatment and cure phase.

Is TB medicines harmful?

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: numbness/tingling of arms/legs, painful/swollen joints.

Do lungs heal after TB?

Researchers have found that more than one-third of patients who are successfully cured of TB with antibiotics developed permanent lung damage which, in the worst cases, results in large holes in the lungs called cavities and widening of the airways called bronchiectasis.

Which fruit is best for TB patient?

Fruits and vegetables like orange, mango, sweet pumpkin and carrots, guava, amla, tomato, nuts and seeds are an excellent source of Vitamin A, C and E. These foods must be included in the daily diet regime of a TB patient.

Can TB patient drink milk?

Tuberculosis can cause loss of muscle mass; high protein diet helps to avert muscle wasting. Good source of protein like milk and milk products, pulses, nuts, soy, fish, and eggs are recommended. Protein-rich drinks like milkshakes and soups are also advised, especially if the patient’s appetite is very poor.

Does TB medicine cause weakness?

The common prodromal symptoms are anorexia, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, malaise, and weakness. Mild and transient elevation of serum transaminase levels occurs in 10 to 20% of persons taking isoniazid. The abnormality usually occurs in the first 4 to 6 months of treatment but can occur at any time during therapy.