Official websites use .gov
A .gov website belongs to an official government organization in the United States.

Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock ( ) or https:// means you’ve safely connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive information only on official, secure websites.

Pediatric Medicine Administration: How to Get TB Medicine in the Child and Not in You!

This fact sheet includes helpful hints on pediatric medicine administration if a child has difficulty swallowing pills or capsules.

Author:

Oregon Public Health Division

Audiences:

Health Professionals, Parents/Families

Topic:

Children, TB Treatment, Treatment- Patient Adherence

Country of Origin:

United States

Related Materials

How Did Your Child Get Infected with TB?

This pamphlet provides information for parents about TB in children.

Tubercules Learns How You Get Tested for TB video

In this video, viewers follow Tubercules as they learn about TB testing and treatment at the Metro Public Health Department TB Elimination Program. Viewers will also see a range of TB program staff in action, such as TB nurses and case managers.

Video

How to Take Your TB Medicine

This resource provides information and general instructions for taking TB medicine. The patient's healthcare provider for TB treatment can write in treatment details. 

Fact Sheet

Global resources for the prevention,
management, and elimination of TB.