Is it normal to be drowsy during treatment for tuberculosis

Whether the symptoms of drowsiness during treatment of tuberculosis are normal needs to be judged on a case-by-case basis. If the patient has symptoms of drowsiness and no other discomfort, it may be due to normal physiologic factors. However, if it is accompanied by other discomforts, it may be related to drug side effects, low blood sugar, etc.

1. Physiological factors

1. Normal: Because after taking anti-tuberculosis drugs, it may have a certain inhibitory effect on the central nervous system, which will cause drowsiness. Generally, no special treatment is required and it resolves spontaneously after discontinuation of the drug.

2. Pathological factors

1. Drug side effects: If patients are treated with a large number of anti-tuberculosis drugs such as isoniazid tablets and rifampicin capsules for long-term treatment, it may cause irritation to the nervous system and then induce drowsiness. At this time, the symptoms can be improved by changing the medication or adjusting the dosage under the guidance of the doctor.

2. Hypoglycemia: If the patient suffers from diabetes and does not take medication regularly according to the doctor's instructions, the blood sugar level in the body will continue to drop, which will affect the brain function, making it unable to work normally and causing drowsiness. At this time, the drug should be stopped immediately and the sugar water or high-sugar food should be supplemented in time to improve the symptoms.

In addition, it can also be caused by insufficient blood supply to the brain. It is recommended that patients seek medical attention in a timely manner, improve relevant examinations, and clarify the specific cause before following the doctor's instructions for targeted treatment.