Can I Change The Day For Taking OAT To Another Day Because I Forgot?

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Tuberculosis or TB is an infection caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium tuberculosis which mainly attacks the lungs, but can also attack other organs of the body.

TB treatment is carried out in 2 stages. The first stage or the initial stage is the stage to reduce the number of germs efficiently and the second stage or the advanced stage aims to get rid of the remaining germs and prevent the occurrence of the disease again or recurrence. The initial stage of treatment, taking the drug every day and the advanced stage of treatment, taking the drug 3 times a week.

Treatment for tuberculosis can be in the form of category 1, category 2, treatment for children, and treatment if germ resistance occurs. If a person experiences a decrease in immunity, is exposed to re-infection, and does not take TB treatment regularly, there is a risk of causing resistance during the treatment process.

You are advised to seek treatment according to a predetermined day schedule and not to change TB treatment independently because it can result in failed treatment and germ resistance occurs. If there is resistance, the treatment will take longer and more complex. You are advised to consult with your treating doctor so that you can get a thorough clinical evaluation and a more appropriate treatment plan.

What you can temporarily do is try to take medication regularly, consult with the PMO (TB drug swallow supervisor) at a health facility, wear a mask, ensure that the room in your room is ventilated and exposed to sunlight, get enough rest with a minimum of 8 hours of sleep at night, and eat nutritious food so that your immune function remains optimal.

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