Discussions
Discussions
Treatments & Medications
What are the most common medications currently being used to treat NTM, and the side effects associated with each one.
Recently had to stop iv amikacin due to hearing loss. Still on rifampin and azythromycin. Waiting for bedaquilline which was approved by pharmaceutical co., Sirturo.
Any side effects, efficacy of drug?
I have had bronchiectasis and NTM for several years, and I would like to know the effects specifically of bronchiectasis on the lungs.
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