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Our results revealed increased abundance of know flavin sequesters in response to high riboflavin levels, suggesting a role in flavin homeostasis. Using a transcription regulatory network analysis, we observed the employment of similar regulatory networks, most notably DosR, in both Mtb and Msm in response to elevated riboflavin. We also identified a potential link between the riboflavin induced response and isoniazid resistance mechanisms, warranting further investigation. 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