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https://bit.ly/IsoniazidNiazidNursingConsiderations Generic Name
isoniazide
Trade Name
INH
Indication
tuberculosis
Action
Inhibits synthesis of mycobacterial cell wall
Therapeutic Class
Antitubercular
Pharmacologic Class
none
Nursing Considerations
• can cause jaundice • may cause peripheral neuropathy, seizures, hepatitis • patient should avoid high amounts of tyramine (pickled meats, aged/smoked meats, alcohol, exotic/aged cheese) • monitor liver function tests • complete full course of therapy (6-12 months) • often used in combination with Rifampin
