Exam questionKROK 1Medicine · 2013
A patient diagnosed with focal tuberculosis of the upper lobe of the right lung had been taking isoniazid as a part of combination therapy. After some time, the patient reported of muscle weakness, decreased skin sensitivity, blurred vision, impaired motor coordination. Which vitamin preparation should be used to address these phenomena?
Answer options
- Vitamin B6
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin D
- Vitamin A
- Vitamin B12
Correct answer
Vitamin B6
Explanation
The ‘muscle weakness, skin sensitivity, and other symptoms are indicative of peripheral neuropathy, a side effect of Isoniazid. Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) aids neurotransmitter synthesis and Isoniazid also causes hypovitaminosis.
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