Basic Information
- Habit forming? No
- Prescription needed? Yes
- Available as generic? No
- Drug class: Antitubercular
Uses
Treatment for tuberculosis (TB).
Dosage & Usage Information
How to take:
Tablet--Swallow with liquid or food to lessen stomach irritation.
Powder--Dissolve dose in water. Stir well and drink all liquid.
When to take:
At the same times each day.
If you forget a dose:
Take as soon as you remember up to 2 hours late. If more than
2 hours, wait for next scheduled dose (don't double this dose).
What drug does:
Prevents growth of TB germs.
Makes TB germs more susceptible to other antituberculosis
drugs.
Time lapse before drug works:
6 months.
Don't take with:
Any other medicine without consulting your doctor or pharmacist
Overdose
SYMPTOMS:
Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; rapid breathing; convulsions.
WHAT TO DO:
- Dial 911 (emergency) or O (operator) for an ambulance
or medical help. Then give first aid immediately.
- See EMERGENCY Information.
Possible Adverse Reactions or Side Effects
Life-threatening:
In case of overdose, see Overdose section.
Common:
- Painful urination, chills, low back pain, nausea, vomiting.
- Diarrhea or abdominal pain.
Infrequent:
- Confusion, blood in urine.
- Headache; itchy, dry, puffy skin; rash; light sensitivity;
sore throat; fever; swelling in front of neck; decreased
sex drive in men; fatigue; weakness.
- Menstrual irregularities, weight gain.
Rare:
Warnings & Precautions
Don't take if:
- You are allergic to aminosalicylate sodium, aspirin or
other salicylates.
- Tablets have turned brownish or purplish.
Before you start, consult your doctor:
- If you have ulcers in stomach or duodenum.
- If you have liver or kidney disease.
- If you have epilepsy.
- If you have adrenal insufficiency.
- If you have heart disease or congestive heart failure.
- If you have cancer.
- If you have overactive thyroid.
Over age 60:
Adverse reactions and side effects may be more frequent and
severe than in younger persons.
Pregnancy:
Risk to unborn child outweighs drug benefits. Don't use.
Breast-feeding:
No proven problems. Consult doctor.
Infants & children:
Use only under medical supervision.
Prolonged use:
- Enlarged thyroid gland and decreased function.
- Talk to your doctor about the need for follow-up medical
examinations or laboratory studies to check liver function,
kidney function.
Skin & sunlight:
Increased sensitivity to light.
Driving, piloting or hazardous work:
No problems expected.
Discontinuing:
No problems expected.
Others:
- Treatment may need to continue for several years or indefinitely.
- Periodic blood tests and liver and kidney function studies
recommended.
Possible Interaction with Other Drugs
