A 30 year old pregnant woman devolopes tuberculosis. Which of the following antitubercular drugs should not be used –
Correct Answer: Streptomycin
Description: Ans. is 'c' i.e., Streptomycin o Streptomycin is an aminoglycoside antibiotic contraindicated in pregnancy due to risk of fetal ototoxicity. o Recommended treatment in pregnancy is (2HRZ + 4HR) for 6 months by WHO and British Thoracic Society. o Ethambutol can be added during late but not early pregnancy. o In India, treatment for pregnant women is 2HRE + 7 HR (Total 9 months).
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