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ReviewAdvances in pharmacological and pharmaceutical sciences2025

Novel Pharmacological Approaches for Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis: Review.

Kassahun Dires Ayenew, Habtemariam Alekaw Habteweld, Abate Wondesen Tsige, Yihenew Sewale Bizu

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Review in Advances in pharmacological and pharmaceutical sciences, 2025. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.

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3 · Its place in the literature

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2 citing papers in PubMed.

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  2. Novel Pharmacological Approaches for Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis: Review.Advances in pharmacological and pharmaceutical sciences · 2025
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4 · The record

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5 · Who and what money

Authors and funding

4 authors.

Kassahun Dires AyenewDepartment of Pharmacy, Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia, dbu.edu.et.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7262-8663
Habtemariam Alekaw HabteweldDepartment of Pharmacy, Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia, dbu.edu.et.
Abate Wondesen TsigeDepartment of Pharmacy, Asrat Woldeyes Health Science Campus, Debre Berhan University, Debre Berhan, Ethiopia, dbu.edu.et.
Yihenew Sewale BizuDepartment of Adult Health Nursing, Medicine and Health Science Campus, Debre Markos University, Debre Markos, Ethiopia, dmu.edu.et.ORCID https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3606-9803

Funding

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Background: Due to its resistance to common anti-TB drugs, multidrug-resistant tuberculosis (MDR-TB) presents substantial treatment problems. Optimizing therapeutic outcomes requires individualized treatment plans that take into account patient comorbidities, medication susceptibility profiles, and past treatment history. The significance of individualized medication in the treatment of MDR-TB is emphasized in this study. Methods of Review: Current research on tailored treatment plans for MDR-TB is summarized in this review. It highlights how pharmacogenomics, medication sensitivity testing, and patient-centered care can be used to customize treatment plans. The utilization of combination therapies, monitoring and adaptation techniques, and novel treatment options-such as adjuvant therapy and newer agents-are also covered in the review. Findings: Important findings show that thorough medication susceptibility testing is essential for directing wise treatment decisions. Dosage modifications based on individual metabolic responses can be informed by pharmacogenomic data. Treatment regimen adherence is improved when patients participate in decision-making. Combination therapy involving new drugs has demonstrated potential for increasing therapeutic effectiveness while reducing the emergence of resistance. Frequent monitoring makes it possible to promptly modify therapy in response to the patient response. Conclusions: Treatment for MDR-TB must be individualized and comprehensive due to its complexity. For individuals with MDR-TB, therapy outcomes can be greatly enhanced while lowering the risk of further resistance by combining host-directed therapies, pharmacological breakthroughs, and continuous patient monitoring. Enhancing customized care solutions in this difficult field of infectious illness management requires ongoing research and innovation.

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PMCPMC12664762

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