A positive TB skin test or TB blood test only tells that a person has been infected with TB bacteria. It does not tell whether the person has latent TB infection (LTBI) or has progressed to TB disease.Other tests, such as a chest x-ray and a sample of sputum, are needed to see whether the person has TB disease.f a person does not have TB disease, but has TB bacteria in the body, then latent TB infection is diagnosed. The decision about treatment for latent TB infection will be based on a personâs chances of developing TB disease.
What is Hydroxyzine Pamoate? Hydroxyzine Pamoate is a drug used to treat itching caused by allergies. It is also used to treat short-term anxiety and stress. It works by blocking histamine, a natural substance developed by the body during an allergic reaction. The drug is available under the brand name, Vistaril.
Uses. Hydroxyzine is used to treat itching caused by allergies. It is an antihistamine and works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction.Hydroxyzine may also be used short-term to treat anxiety or to help you feel sleepy/relaxed before and after surgery.recautions. Before taking hydroxyzine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or to cetirizine; or to levocetirizine; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.