Isoniazid-associated hepatitis in a Melanesian.
A patient with acute hepatitis associated with isoniazid therapy is described. The relevance fo isoniazid hepatotoxicity in Melanesian populations is discussed. Guidelines for recognition and management of INH-induced hepatitis are suggested.
D000328:Adult; D056486:Chemical and Drug Induced Liver Injury / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D007538:Isoniazid / Q000009:adverse effects*; D008297:Male; D014388:Tuberculosis, Lymph Node / Q000188:drug therapy
D007538:Isoniazid