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Seromycin

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Seromycin

Seromycin is used for:

Treating tuberculosis (TB) in the lungs and other places in the body (including the kidneys) when treatment with other medicines has not been effective. Seromycin should be used in combination with other medicines. It may also be used to treat certain urinary tract infections.

Seromycin is an antibiotic. It works by blocking the growth of the bacterial cell wall.

Do NOT use Seromycin if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Seromycin :

Some medical conditions may interact with Seromycin . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Seromycin . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Seromycin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Seromycin :

Use Seromycin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Seromycin .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Seromycin :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with this product.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); aggression; bizarre behavior; coma; confusion; depression; disorientation; dizziness; drowsiness; exaggerated reflexes; excessive irritability; feeling of a whirling motion; headache; memory loss; mental or mood changes; mood swings; numbness or tingling of the skin; paralysis; seizures; slurred speech or other speech problems; swelling of the hands or feet; tremors; thoughts of suicide; unusual tiredness or weakness.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Seromycin at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C). Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Seromycin out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Seromycin . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Capastat Sulfate

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Capastat Sulfate

Generic Name: capreomycin (KAP ree oh MYE sin)

What is Capastat Sulfate (capreomycin)?

Capreomycin is an antibiotic that fights bacteria in the body.

Capreomycin is used to treat Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Capreomycin is usually given after other tuberculosis medications have been tried without successful treatment of the infection.

Capreomycin may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Capastat Sulfate (capreomycin)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to capreomycin.

Before using capreomycin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have kidney disease or hearing impairment.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your kidney function will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your hearing may also need to be checked. Do not miss any scheduled appointments.

Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Capreomycin will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.

Stop using this medicine if you have a serious side effect such as hearing loss, ringing in your ears, spinning sensation, problems with balance, extreme thirst, leg discomfort, muscle weakness, limp feeling, or urinating less than usual or not at all.

What should I discuss with my health care provider before using Capastat Sulfate (capreomycin)?

You should not use this medication if you are allergic to capreomycin.

Before using capreomycin, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have:

kidney disease; or

hearing impairment.

If you have any of these conditions, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to safely use capreomycin.

FDA pregnancy category C. This medication may be harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether capreomycin passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How is capreomycin given?

Capreomycin is given as an injection through a needle placed into a vein or a muscle. Your doctor, nurse, or other healthcare provider will give you this injection. You may be shown how to use your medicine at home. Do not self-inject this medicine if you do not fully understand how to give the injection and properly dispose of needles, IV tubing, and other items used in giving the medicine.

This medicine must be given slowly when given through an IV infusion, and can take up to 60 minutes to complete.

You will need to mix capreomycin with a liquid (diluent) before using it. If you are using the injections at home, be sure you understand how to properly mix and store the medication.

Do not draw your dose into a syringe until you are ready to give yourself an injection. Do not use the medication if it has changed colors or has any particles in it. Call your doctor for a new prescription.

Use each disposable needle only one time. Throw away used needles in a puncture-proof container (ask your pharmacist where you can get one and how to dispose of it). Keep this container out of the reach of children and pets.

To be sure this medication is not causing harmful effects, your kidney function will need to be tested on a regular basis. Your hearing may also need to be checked. Do not miss any scheduled appointments. If you need to have any type of surgery, tell the surgeon ahead of time that you are using capreomycin. You may need to stop using the medicine for a short time.

Use this medication for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Capreomycin will not treat a viral infection such as the common cold or flu.

Store capreomycin at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine.

Overdose symptoms may include hearing problems, ringing in your ears, dizziness, or urinating less than usual.

What should I avoid while using Capastat Sulfate (capreomycin)?

Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food, beverages, or activity while you are using capreomycin.

Capastat Sulfate (capreomycin) side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using capreomycin and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

urinating less than usual or not at all;

changes in your hearing;

spinning sensation, problems with balance;

ringing or roaring sound in your ears; or

low potassium (confusion, uneven heart rate, extreme thirst, increased urination, leg discomfort, muscle weakness or limp feeling).

Less serious side effects may include:

mild skin rash;

fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms; or

pain, swelling, or a hard lump where the injection was given.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Tell your doctor about any unusual or bothersome side effect. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Capastat Sulfate (capreomycin)?

Capreomycin can be harmful to the kidneys, and these effects are increased when it is used together with other medicines that can harm the kidneys. Before using capreomycin, tell your doctor if you are also using:

any other antibiotic (taken by mouth or injected);

lithium (Lithobid);

methotrexate (Rheumatrex, Trexall);

pain or arthritis medicines such as aspirin (Anacin, Excedrin), acetaminophen (Tylenol), diclofenac (Cataflam, Voltaren), etodolac (Lodine), ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin), indomethacin (Indocin), naproxen (Aleve, Naprosyn), and others;

medicines used to treat ulcerative colitis, such as mesalamine (Pentasa) or sulfasalazine (Azulfidine);

medicines used to prevent organ transplant rejection, such as sirolimus (Rapamune) or tacrolimus (Prograf);

antiviral medicines such as adefovir (Hepsera), cidofovir (Vistide), or foscarnet (Foscavir); or

cancer medicine such as aldesleukin (Proleukin), carmustine (BiCNU, Gliadel), cisplatin (Platinol), ifosfamide (Ifex), oxaliplatin (Eloxatin), plicamycin (Mithracin), streptozocin (Zanosar), or tretinoin (Vesanoid).

You may need dose adjustments or special tests when taking any of these medications together with capreomycin.

This list is not complete and there may be other drugs that can interact with capreomycin. Tell your doctor about all your prescription and over-the-counter medications, vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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Capastat

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Capastat

Capastat should be used with extreme caution in patients with hearing or kidney problems, because it may increase hearing problems or kidney damage. Other injectable medicines used to treat tuberculosis (eg, streptomycin, viomycin) should not be used along with Capastat because the risk of hearing or kidney problems may be further increased. Other medicines that may cause hearing or kidney problems (eg, amikacin, colistin, gentamicin, kanamycin, neomycin, polymyxin A, tobramycin, vancomycin) should be used with extreme caution.

Safety and effectiveness of Capastat in pregnancy or in children have not been confirmed.

Capastat is used for:

Treating lung infections caused by certain strains of tuberculosis (TB). It is used with other medications, and it is only used in those patients who have not responded to or cannot use other specific medicines.

Capastat is a polypeptide antibiotic. It works by killing or stopping the growth of TB organisms.

Do NOT use Capastat if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Capastat :

Some medical conditions may interact with Capastat . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Capastat . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Capastat may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Capastat :

Use Capastat as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Capastat .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Capastat :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects.

Pain, swelling, redness, or a hard lump at the injection site.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); decreased hearing or hearing loss; decreased urination or other urination problems; fever, chills, or sore throat; hearing loss; ringing in the ears; sensation that the room is spinning; severe bleeding at the injection site; signs of electrolyte problems (eg, confusion; irregular heartbeat; mental or mood changes; muscle pain, weakness, or cramping).

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Capastat is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Capastat at home, store Capastat as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Capastat out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Capastat . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Rifadin IV

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Rifadin IV

Rifadin IV is used for:

The treatment of all forms of tuberculosis and the treatment of some people who have meningitis without symptoms. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Rifadin IV is an antituberculosis agent. It works by killing or stopping the growth of tuberculosis bacteria.

Do NOT use Rifadin IV if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Rifadin IV :

Some medical conditions may interact with Rifadin IV . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Rifadin IV . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Rifadin IV may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Rifadin IV :

Use Rifadin IV as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Rifadin IV .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Rifadin IV :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Cramps; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; gas; headache; heartburn; menstrual changes; stomach pain or bloating.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); dark urine; decreased urination; fever, chills, or persistent sore throat; general feeling of discomfort; joint pain or swelling; loss of appetite; mental or mood changes; nausea or vomiting; pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site; red, swollen, or blistered skin; severe stomach pain; unusual bruising or bleeding; vision changes; wheezing; yellowing of eyes or skin.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Rifadin IV is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Rifadin IV at home, store Rifadin IV as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Keep Rifadin IV out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Rifadin IV . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Rifadin

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Rifadin

Rifadin is used for:

The treatment of all forms of tuberculosis and the treatment of some people who have meningitis. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Rifadin is an antituberculosis agent. It works by killing or stopping the growth of tuberculosis bacteria.

Do NOT use Rifadin if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Rifadin :

Some medical conditions may interact with Rifadin . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Rifadin . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Rifadin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Rifadin :

Use Rifadin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Rifadin .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Rifadin :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Cramps; diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; gas; headache; heartburn; joint pain; loss of appetite; menstrual changes; nausea; stomach pain or bloating; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); dark urine; severe stomach pain; yellowing of eyes or skin.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Keep container tightly closed. Store in a dry place. Avoid excessive heat. Keep Rifadin out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Rifadin . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Priftin

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Priftin

Priftin is used for:

Treating tuberculosis (TB). It is used along with other medicines.

Priftin is a rifamycin antibiotic. It works by killing or stopping growth of TB organisms.

Do NOT use Priftin if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Priftin :

Some medical conditions may interact with Priftin . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Priftin . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Priftin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Priftin :

Use Priftin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Priftin .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Priftin :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Acne; discoloration of body fluids; dizziness; headache; pain; stomach pain; upset stomach.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); appetite loss; dark urine; diarrhea; fever; general body discomfort; joint pain or swelling; nausea; pale stools; sore throat; unusual fatigue; vomiting; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Priftin below 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Keep Priftin out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Priftin . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Mycobutin

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Mycobutin

Mycobutin is used for:

Preventing Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) disease in patients with advanced HIV infection.

Mycobutin is an antibacterial. It works by preventing or slowing the growth of certain bacteria.

Do NOT use Mycobutin if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Mycobutin :

Some medical conditions may interact with Mycobutin . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Mycobutin . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Mycobutin may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Mycobutin :

Use Mycobutin as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Mycobutin .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Mycobutin :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor side effects.

Changes in taste; diarrhea; discolored urine; headache; indigestion; loss of appetite; nausea; sleeplessness; stomach pain; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); bloody stools; chest pain; eye pain, swelling, or sensitivity to light; flu-like symptoms (eg, fever, chills, sore throat); severe or persistent diarrhea; severe stomach pain or cramps; unusual bruising or bleeding; unusual muscle pain or weakness; vision changes or decreased vision; yellowing of skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Mycobutin at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C). Brief storage at temperatures between 59 and 86 degrees F (15 and 30 degrees C) is permitted. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Do not store in the bathroom. Keep Mycobutin out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Mycobutin . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Trecator-SC

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Trecator-SC

Generic Name: ethionamide (e thye on AM ide)

What is Trecator-SC (ethionamide)?

Ethionamide is an antibiotic. It prevents the growth of bacteria in your body.

Ethionamide is used to treat tuberculosis (TB).

Ethionamide may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

What is the most important information I should know about Trecator-SC (ethionamide)?

Take all of the ethionamide that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may begin to improve before the infection is completely treated.

Ethionamide may cause stomach upset, a loss of appetite, a metallic taste in your mouth, or excessive salivation (mouth watering). Notify your doctor if these side effects are persistent or severe.

Who should not take Trecator-SC (ethionamide)?

Before taking this medication, tell your doctor if you

have ever had an allergic reaction to ethionamide;

have liver disease; or

have diabetes mellitus.

You may not be able to take ethionamide, or you may require a lower dose or special monitoring during treatment if you have any of the conditions listed above.

It is not known whether ethionamide will harm an unborn baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are pregnant. It is also not known whether ethionamide will harm a nursing baby. Do not take this medication without first talking to your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.

How should I take Trecator-SC (ethionamide)?

Take ethionamide exactly as directed by your doctor. If you do not understand these instructions, ask your pharmacist, nurse, or doctor to explain them to you.

Take each dose with a full glass (8 ounces) of water.

Ethionamide can be taken with or without food. Taking ethionamide with food may decrease stomach upset.

Take all of the ethionamide that has been prescribed for you even if you begin to feel better. Your symptoms may begin to improve before the infection is completely treated.

Ethionamide is usually combined with one or more other tuberculosis medicines.

Store this medication at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next regularly scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and take the next one as directed. Do not take a double dose of this medication.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention.

Symptoms of an ethionamide overdose are unknown.

What should I avoid while taking Trecator-SC (ethionamide)?

There are no restrictions on foods, beverages, or activities during treatment with ethionamide unless your doctor directs otherwise.

Trecator-SC (ethionamide) side effects

If you experience any of the following serious side effects, stop taking ethionamide and seek emergency medical attention:

an allergic reaction (difficulty breathing; closing of your throat; swelling of your lips, tongue, or face; or hives);

yellow skin or eyes;

dark urine;

numbness or tingling in your hands or feet;

seizures;

blurred or double vision; or

confusion or abnormal behavior.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue to take ethionamide and talk to your doctor if you experience

nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite;

a metallic taste in your mouth;

excessive salivation;

diarrhea;

unusual fatigue or weakness;

headache;

mild dizziness;

tremors (shaking); or

a rash.

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What other drugs will affect Trecator-SC (ethionamide)?

The risk of seizures may be increased when ethionamide is used in combination with cycloserine (Seromycin) or isoniazid (Nydrazid). Special monitoring may be necessary if you are taking a combination of these medicines.

Drugs other than those listed here may also interact with ethionamide. Talk to your doctor and pharmacist before taking or using any other prescription or over-the-counter medicines.

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Trecator

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Trecator

Trecator is used for:

Treating tuberculosis (TB) infections in combination with other medicines. It may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor.

Trecator is an antibacterial agent. It works by inhibiting or stopping the growth of TB cells, which results in cell death.

Do NOT use Trecator if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Trecator :

Some medical conditions may interact with Trecator . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Trecator . However, no specific interactions with Trecator are known at this time.

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Trecator may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Trecator :

Use Trecator as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Trecator .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Trecator :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Diarrhea; dizziness; drowsiness; headache; increased salivation; loss of appetite; metallic taste; mouth sores; nausea; restlessness; stomach pain; vomiting; weight loss.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); change in sense of smell; depression; easy bruising or bleeding; low blood sugar (eg, increased heartbeat, headache, chills, sweating, tremor, increased hunger, changes in vision, nervousness, weakness, dizziness, drowsiness, fainting); tingling of hands or feet; vision changes (eg, loss of vision); yellowing of the skin or eyes.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Store Trecator at room temperature, between 68 and 77 degrees F (20 and 25 degrees C), in a tightly closed container. Store away from heat, moisture, and light. Keep Trecator out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Trecator . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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Nydrazid

Posted by admin on November 2nd, 2009

Nydrazid

Nydrazid may cause severe and sometimes fatal liver problems (eg, hepatitis). The risk of liver problems is greater in patients older than 35 years old. It may also be increased by daily use of alcohol, long-term liver problems, or unsanitary injectable drug use. Women, especially those who are black, are Hispanic, or have just had a baby, may also be at increased risk. Hepatitis can develop at any time during treatment, but usually occurs during the first 3 months. Your doctor will monitor your liver function and discuss your progress every month.

Contact your doctor right away if you develop unusual fatigue, weakness or fever that lasts longer than 3 days, general feeling of discomfort, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, numbness or tingling of the hands or feet, dark urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes, or stomach pain or tenderness. Your doctor may decide to slowly restart isoniazid after these symptoms disappear and lab tests return to normal.

Patients with active liver problems should not use Nydrazid .

Nydrazid is used for:

Treating or preventing tuberculosis (TB). If you are using Nydrazid to treat TB, it should always be used along with another medicine.

Nydrazid is an antibacterial. It works by killing TB organisms.

Do NOT use Nydrazid if:

Contact your doctor or health care provider right away if any of these apply to you.

Before using Nydrazid :

Some medical conditions may interact with Nydrazid . Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you have any medical conditions, especially if any of the following apply to you:

Some MEDICINES MAY INTERACT with Nydrazid . Tell your health care provider if you are taking any other medicines, especially any of the following:

This may not be a complete list of all interactions that may occur. Ask your health care provider if Nydrazid may interact with other medicines that you take. Check with your health care provider before you start, stop, or change the dose of any medicine.

How to use Nydrazid :

Use Nydrazid as directed by your doctor. Check the label on the medicine for exact dosing instructions.

Ask your health care provider any questions you may have about how to use Nydrazid .

Important safety information:

Possible side effects of Nydrazid :

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.

Mild stomach upset.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); changes in vision; chills or fever; dark urine; general feeling of discomfort; increased thirst or urination; joint pain or swelling; loss of appetite; memory problems; mental or mood changes; nausea; seizures; stomach pain or tenderness; symptoms of low vitamin B

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may also report side effects at

If OVERDOSE is suspected:

Contact 1-800-222-1222 (the American Association of Poison Control Centers), your local poison control center (

Nydrazid is usually handled and stored by a health care provider. If you are using Nydrazid at home, store Nydrazid as directed by your pharmacist or health care provider. Keep Nydrazid out of the reach of children and away from pets.

General information:

This information is a summary only. It does not contain all information about Nydrazid . If you have questions about the medicine you are taking or would like more information, check with your doctor, pharmacist, or other health care provider.

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