Which of the following drug is given unsupervised as per National Health Programmes ?
Correct Answer: Dapsone
Description: Dapsone is not required to be given under supervision . Under NLEP, Rifampicin and Clofazimine are given under supervision for both Multibacillary and Paucibacillary Leprosy. Rifampicin is given 600 mg once a month under supervision. Clofazimine is given 300 mg once a month under supervision and 50 mg daily unsupervised for 28 days. Dapsone is given 100 mg once daily unsupervised for 28 days. Multibacillary Leprosy is treated for 12 months and Paucibacillary Leprosy for 6 months. Under RNTCP, DOTS: Rifampicin, Isoniazid, Pyrazinamide and Ethambutol are administered under supervision.
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