Antituberculous Agents
Antimicrobial | Dosage Adjustment |
---|---|
Ethambutol | No change necessary |
Isoniazid |
Genetic predisposition (slow/fast acetylation) is more important in determining clearance than hepatic disease. Consider lengthening dosing interval to q48h or deferral of isoniazid therapy in patients with acute liver disease. |
Pyrazinamide | Dosage reduction recommended. |
Rifampin | Lengthen dosing interval to q48h. Consider deferral of rifampin therapy in patients with jaundice. |