Pharmacological treatment of active TB consists of:
a. a 6-week regime of isoniazid, rifampin, and pyrazinamide
b. a 6-month regime of isoniazid, rifampin, and pyrazinamide
c. intravenous (IV) antibiotics and isolation for a period of 2 weeks
d. a combination of IV and oral antibiotics for a period of 1 to 2 weeks
B
Medical management for active TB is primarily pharmacological, with a combination of medications prescribed for defined time periods, such as a 6-month regime of isoniazid, rifampin, and pyrazinamide.
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