. His liver function test is normal. How can his vomiting be cured?
A. Nausea and vomiting symptoms are maximum on starting anti-tubercular medication and then they gradually reduce. • Keep monitoring LFT regularly, especially in first few weeks of medication. • Don’t remain empty stomach for too long after the early morning capsule containing Rifampicin. 30 minutes gap is sufficient. • Encourage small frequent meals including fruits, juices, custard, etc. • Needs anti-vomiting medication including domperidone/metoclopramide/ondansetron initially if vomiting is more. • Your doctor can add any of these above medication and an antacid.
