Turns out higher dose of rifampin an antibiotic to treat several types of bacterial infections can kill more tuberculosis bacteria in sputum cultures without increasing the adverse effects of treatment. A study conducted by American Thoracic Society stated that the findings were particularly encouraging because they suggest that at a high enough dose of daily rifampin may reduce the period of the treatment. Six months of treatment with four drugs--often delivered with support and supervision--represents a substantial burden on the healthcare system as well as on the patient. Patients who cannot complete the full regimen may not be cured which permits