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Ethambutol is an antibiotic that belongs to a class of medicines known as anti tuberculosis drugs. It is used in the treatment and prevention of tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs and in some cases other parts of the body. Ethambutol is usually given in combination with at least one other tuberculosis medicine. It should be used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. This medicine may be taken with or without food, preferably at the same time every day. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping it early can result in treatment failure and in the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis. This can lead to serious health complications. If you miss a dose, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose as it may increase the side effects. Some people may experience visual impairment and color blindness, as side effects of this medicine. Please consult your doctor if these side effects do not resolve or worsen. Inform your doctor if you have diabetes as it can lower the sugar levels in the blood. If you are diabetic, you should monitor your blood sugar regularly. Your doctor may monitor your liver function, vision, and thyroid function while on treatment with this medicine. Ethambutol is an antibiotic. It works by slowing the growth of bacteria that causes tuberculosis.

• Tuberculosis (TB)

Ethambutol interferes with RNA synthesis, causing suppression of Mycobacteria multiplication. It also has bacteriostatic action against M tuberculosis by acting on rapidly growing pathogens in cavity walls and is also effective in slow-growing pathogens. Has some action against atypical opportunistic Mycobacteria e.g. M kansasii, M avium complex (MAC).

Adult Dose: Oral Primary treatment of pulmonary and extrapulmonary tuberculosis Adult: Initial 8 wk: 15 mg/kg/day or 30 mg/kg thrice wkly given with isoniazid, rifampicin and pyrazinamide. For patients with history of antimycobacterial therapy: Initial doses: 25 mg/kg/day for 60 days, thereafter reduce to 15 mg/kg/day. Child Dose: Tuberculosis Child: PO 15–25 mg/kg, max 2.5 g q24h For treatment of drug-resistant tuberculosis: 15-25 mg/kg daily or 50 mg/kg twice wkly. For congenitally acquired tuberculosis: Neonates: 15 mg/kg once daily and >1 mth: 15 mg/kg once daily or 30 mg/kg 3 times wkly for 2 mth initial treatment phase. Renal Dose: Renal impairment: Dose adjustment may be needed as determined by blood levels of ethambutol.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ethambutol may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

If you miss a dose of Ethambutol, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Common: • Visual impairment • Color blindness

[UNSAFE] Ethambutol may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Ethambutol occasionally causes sight problems and tingling or numbness in hand or feet. After taking this medicine you should not drive until you know how it affects you. Ethambutol is effective at treating tuberculosis when taken together with other antibacterial drugs. It has to be taken for several months in order for it work properly (usually 6 months). Take it with food to avoid stomach upset. It can lower your blood sugar. If you have diabetes, monitor your blood sugar regularly. Your doctor may monitor your liver function, vision and thyroid function while on treatment with this medicine. Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication. Do not stop taking Ethambutol even if you start to feel better. Stopping early can result in treatment failure and in the development of drug-resistant tuberculosis. This can be life-threatening and lead to other serious health risks.

Hypersensitivity; optic neuritis. Lactation.

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[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ethambutol. Please consult your doctor.

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Ethambutol may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Ethambutol is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.

[CAUTION] Ethambutol should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ethambutol may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Kidney function tests are advisable before the start of this medicine. [CAUTION] Ethambutol should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Ethambutol may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Sgot 42.8, sgpt 47.10. Taking recin 300, combutol 800, cifrocin 5 mg Since you are taking medication of tuberculosis increase in Liver enzymes does happen. If you develop jaundice then change of medications might be required Is it cure eye vision that is effect of drug COMBUTOL 800 mg. The vision is blur. From 13may combutol is stop. Stopping the drug is first step. You may follow up with an ophthalmologist from now on. Is it cure eye vision that is effect of drug COMBUTOL 800 mg. The vision is blur. stop combutol immediately; get eye checkup done; start tab neurobion forte 1 BD My son aged 02 yes has been diagnosed for symptoms of TB at the initial stage Doctor has prescribed for Combutol 200mg tablet , Rinizide Forte tablet dt. Pls give me suggestions for it He also has loose weight by 02 kgs Hi Kindly consult to your nearest Ayurvedic doctor Need to take proper treatment Sir,I'm a tb patient ,doctor give me medicine,but i don't know how i take this medicine ,before meal or after meal please help me This is my medicine Solonex 300 mg R cin 600mg Pyzina 1500mg combutol 1000mg Pyridoxin 40mg That u have to ask ur and also u visit dots centre for tuberculosis tratment ATT since How many days I have to take Combutol 1000 and Oflomac 400 in regular course? Why were u given oflomac My daughter is given tb medicine even though she is not infected taking these medicine will cause tb??? Hello, TB medicines are given only when there is indication of tuberculosis. They are for treating tuberculosis. Though took vaccines in childhood, the test for TB came positive. Was advised to undergo treatment.physically absolute fit and healthy, is it advisable to take treatment? If sputum is positive for Tb , treatment is absolutely essential. Read more at www.arohealth.com/tuberculosis