This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Mycobacterial Diseases (TB, Leprosy and MAC), Subject name: Pharmacology
Type 1 lepra reaction is treated with 
Select and explain. 
A. Coicosteroid, B. Minocycline, C. Dapsone, D. Rifampicin
A: Coicosteroid
Answer: A: Coicosteroid 
Explanation: Treatment of choice for type 1 as well as type 2 lepra reaction is coicosteroids. For severe reaction, prednisolone 40-60mg/day is staed immediately and continued till the reaction subsides. The dose is then tapered over 2-3 months. For resistant cases of ENL drug of choice is thalidomide