Abstract
INTRODUCTION: Adverse drug reactions can develop when using anti-tuberculosis medication, and the effects of the drugs can also significantly hinder the treatment of patients.METHODS:A cross-sectional survey was conducted in 73 patients using two standardized questionnaires and the World Health Organization Quality of Life-Bref.RESULTS:All patients reported the presence of adverse drug reactions, 71.6% of which are minor and 28.3% both major and minor. The global quality of life analysis showed that patients with tuberculosis have a good average (67.3%). CONCLUSIONS:There is an association between quality of life and adverse drug reaction, educational level, and vulnerability.
Highlights
Introduction: Adverse drug reactions can develop when using anti-tuberculosis medication, and the effects of the drugs can significantly hinder the treatment of patients
A cross-sectional survey was conducted in 73 patients using two standardized questionnaires and the World Health Organization Quality of Life–Bref
This study aimed to evaluate the antiTB Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) in patients hospitalized at a tertiary referral hospital in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais (MG) and analyze its association with quality of life (QOL)
Summary
Adverse drug reactions can develop when using anti-tuberculosis medication, and the effects of the drugs can significantly hinder the treatment of patients. Results: All patients reported the presence of adverse drug reactions, 71.6% of which are minor and 28.3% both major and minor. This study aimed to evaluate the antiTB ADRs in patients hospitalized at a tertiary referral hospital in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais (MG) and analyze its association with QOL.
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