Management of DR-TB ADR: Metallic Taste

Metallic taste is a minor Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) that is observed in patients on a regimen with Ethionamide (Eto) and Fluoroquinolones (FQs). It is a non-serious ADR.

It can be easily identified by field-level health care workers and is often reported by patients on their own.

Suspected agent(s): Ethionamide (Eto), Fluoroquinolone (FQ)

Suggested Management Strategies: Encourage the patient to tolerate this side effect.

Points to Note: Normal taste returns when treatment is stopped.

Resources

• Guidelines for Programmatic Management of Drug-resistant Tuberculosis in India, March 2021.

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