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Metallic taste is a minor Adverse Drug Reaction (ADR) that is observed in patients on a regimen with Ethionamide (Eto) and Fluoroquinolones (FQs). It is a non-serious ADR.
It can be easily identified by field-level health care workers and is often reported by patients on their own.
Suspected agent(s): Ethionamide (Eto), Fluoroquinolone (FQ)
Suggested Management Strategies: Encourage the patient to tolerate this side effect.
Points to Note: Normal taste returns when treatment is stopped.
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