| TAH Drug Code | IPPD1 |
|---|---|
| Indications | Skin test in diagnosis of tuberculosis |
| Dosing | ID, 0.1 mL, in the middle third of the forearm. |
| Hepatic Impairment | Dose adjustment not necessary |
| Renal Impairment | Dose adjustment not necessary |
| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to tuberculin purified protein derivative (PPD) or any component of the formulation; previous severe reaction to tuberculin PPD skin test (TST) |
| Adverse Effects | Dermatologic: Rash Local: Injection site reactions: Bleeding, bruising, discomfort, erythematous reaction, hematoma, necrosis, pain, pruritus, redness, scarring, ulceration, vesiculation Miscellaneous: Anaphylaxis |
| Pregnancy | Unknown |
| Lactation | Unknown |
| More Info | UpToDate |