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Which of the following statements regarding prezinamide is false

A
One should discontinue treatment if hyperuricemia occurs
B
There is minimal cross resistance with INH
C
Polyahralgia is a common side effect
D
It can cause hepatotoxicity
High-Yield Explanation
Ref-Katzung 10/e p775 Pyrazinamide is a first line antitubercular drug that can cause hyperuricemia and hepatotoxicity. Non gouty ahralgia is very common adverse etfect of this drug.Hyperuricemia per se is not the indication for discontinuation of pyrazinamide.

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