Thiacetazone
About Thiacetazone
Thiacetazone is used to cure tuberculosis. The drug is an antibiotic medication that helps in slowing the growth of bacteria responsible for tuberculosis. The medication is generally prescribed in combination with other antibacterial drugs for effective treatment of tuberculosis.
This medication is supposed to be taken for at least six months. It is recommended to take this drug with food to avoid stomach problems. Thiacetazone can lead to a few side effects. This drug can decrease your blood sugar level. Hence, patients who have diabetes should get their blood sugar checked on a regular basis during the course of medication.
Patients suffering from liver disease, vision problems and thyroid disorders should inform their doctor before taking this medication. The consumption of alcohol should be limited during the course of medication. It is important to consult a doctor before stopping the medication as it can result in complications later and even the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Physician before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Thiacetazone
Tuberculosis
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Physician before using this medicine.
What are the contraindications of Thiacetazone ?
Diabetes
Ocular/Otic Infections
Thyroid Disorders
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Physician before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Thiacetazone ?
Loss Of Appetite
Loose Stools
Muscle Pain
Paresthesia (Tingling Or Pricking Sensation)
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Physician before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Thiacetazone
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
No information could be found concerning the effects of thiacetazone during pregnancy.
Is it habit forming?
The drug is not known to show habit-forming tendencies and is generally safe to use.
Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
It is found that it gets secreted in the breast milk. Thus it is advised not to take Thiacetazone if the woman is breast-feeding.
Is It safe with alcohol?
It is advised to avoid alcohol consumption as concomitant use of these two may lead to hepatotoxicity.
Does this affect kidney function?
No relevant information available.
Does this affect liver function?
Dose adjustment is recommended in patients with liver impairment. KIndly consult your doctor before taking Thiacetazone.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Physician before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
Consume the medicine as soon as you remember about it.
Are there any overdose instructions?
If you have an episode of an overdose, you must seek the help of a doctor with immediate effect.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Physician before using this medicine.
Where is the Thiacetazone approved?
India
United States
Japan
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Physician before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
The drug is an antibiotic medication that helps in slowing the growth of bacteria responsible for tuberculosis. The medication is generally prescribed in combination with other antibacterial drugs for effective treatment of tuberculosis.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a General Physician before using this medicine.
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