4
Introduction
Learning Objectives
Tuberculosis and HIV
Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis
Tuberculosis and Diabetes
Tuberculosis and Mental Health
Tuberculosis Treatment in Children
Tuberculosis in Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women
Summary
Special Situations
Main Menu
MODULE 0 - Introduction
MODULE 1 - Etiology and Pathogenesis of Tuberculosis
MODULE 2 - Diagnosis of Tuberculosis
MODULE 3 - Treatment of Patients with Tuberculosis
MODULE 4 - Special Situations
MODULE 5 - Adherence to Treatment
MODULE 6 - Patient-Physician Communication
MODULE 7 - Tuberculosis Infection Control
4.8
Tuberculosis in Pregnant and Breastfeeding Women
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In principle, most first-line anti-TB drugs (H, R, Z and E) can be used safely during pregnancy and while breastfeeding.
Whenever possible the six month regimen based on H, R and Z should be used during pregnancy.
