A first-line agent used to treat a TB infection is:

a. gentamycin.
b. penicillin.
c. streptomycin.
d. isoniazid.


D
Isoniazid (INH) and rifampin (Rifadin) are first-line agents prescribed for the entire 9 months. Isoniazid is considered to be the most effective first-line antituberculosis agent.

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