Identification and Management of Adverse Drug Reactions in Tuberculosis (TB) Treatment

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Speakers: Zelalem Temesgen, MD; Tanner Johnson, PharmD, RPh

Recorded: August 2025

Length: Approximately 58 minutes

Description

This webinar reviews common and severe adverse reactions to medications used in the treatment of active tuberculosis. Participants will learn to recognize common and severe drug-related side effects and develop a general approach to managing these complications. The course aims to enhance clinical decision-making to ensure safe and effective TB therapy. 

Target Audience

This course is designed for allied health professionals, nurses, nurse practitioners, physicians, physician assistants, resident/fellows, and healthcare professionals working in a public healthcare setting.

Learning Objectives

  • Differentiate between adverse drug reactions and disease-related complications in patients undergoing tuberculosis treatment to ensure accurate diagnosis and management. 
  • Recognize both common and uncommon adverse reactions linked to first line and second-line anti-tuberculosis drugs, with attention to their typical clinical features and onset patterns. 
  • Adopt a general approach to identifying and managing adverse drug reactions