What is preventive treatment?
Preventive medicine, Isoniazid (INH) or Rifampin pills, may be prescribed for persons with a positive skin test. Taken daily, preventative medication has been shown to prevent TB infection from becoming TB disease. Before starting preventive treatment, a medical assessment and chest x-ray are necessary to rule out tuberculosis disease. People, who have a positive skin test and do not complete preventive therapy, run a risk of developing tuberculosis disease. Their doctor should have this information so that TB might be considered if a prolonged infection or chronic cough occurs.
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