NZPHR Vol 8 No 7 Jul 2001
Friday 10th September 2010
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Contents and Lead Article
Contents- Adherence with self-administered treatment of latent tuberculosis infection in Auckland
- Molecular subtyping links geographically separate shigellosis outbreaks
- Sexually transmitted infections in 2000
- Surveillance and control notes
Adherence with self-administered treatment of latent tuberculosis infection in Auckland
The aims of this study were to determine the level of adherence to self-administered treatment of latent tuberculosis infection with isoniazid, client understanding of treatment and their knowledge of the symptoms and signs of hepatotoxicity. Seventy-six people were interviewed. Findings included a high level of understanding of the drug regimen and reasons for treatment, a high level of adherence (compared to other studies) ranging from 72% to 89% (using various definitions of adherence) and a low level of knowledge of the side effects of isoniazid. Clinicians prescribing treatment of latent tuberculosis infection should be alert to the possibility of non-adherence, ensure client understanding of the signs and symptoms of hepatitis and inform the clients general practitioner when treatment is commenced.
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