Warning: next information is intended to supplement, not substitute for, judgment and expertise & judgment of youre pharmacist. this should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe or effective for you. Consult your healthcare professional before using this drug.

Ethionamide - oral

(eth-eye-oh-nuh-mide)

common brand names: Trecator SC

Trecator Sc Usage: this med is used to treat tuberculosis in combination with another anti-tuberculosis drugs.

Trecator Sc can be used also for: this drug may also be used for treating other mycobacterial infections.

How to use Trecator Sc: Take by mouth exactly as directed, from one to three times per day for a minimum of six months. Follow your medication label instructions. Antibiotics work best when amount about medicine in your body is kept at a constant level. Do it by taking the med at evenly spaced intervals throughout the day & night. It's critical to take this drug & other TB medications until the full prescribed treatment is finished even if symptoms have disappeared. Stopping medication too early will allow bacteria to continue to grow resulting in a relapse of infection. Refill your prescription as directed. Consult your pharmacist. it is recommended to take pyridoxine (vitamin B6) along with it drug. Ask your doctor or healthcare professional about this.

Trecator Sc side effects: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, drowsiness, dizziness or metallic taste might occur. If these persist or worsen, notify youre doctor promptly. Changing clock of the dosage may relieve several side effects. Unlikely but report promptly: depression. Very unlikely but report promptly: numbness or tingling of the hands and feet, seizures, shakiness, hallucinations, vision problems, yellowing of eyes or skin, rash, mouth sores, sun sensitivity ('sunburn'), unusual bruising. Diabetics must monitor more closely for low blood sugar symptoms. If you notice another effects not listed above, contact your physician or physician.

Trecator Sc Precautions: Before taking this drug, tell youre doctor you're medical history, including: any allergies (especially drug allergies), liver disease, diabetes. Limit alcohol intake since alcohol can increase drowsiness effect of this tablet and also affect your liver. Use caution when performing activities requiring alertness. this medication should be used only when clearly needed during pregnancy. Discuss risks and benefits with your healthcare professional. It's not known whether this medication is excreted into person milk. Consult your healthcare professional before breast-feeding.

Trecator Sc drug interactions: Tell your pharmacist of all nonprescription & prescription medication you may use, especially cycloserine & isoniazid. These drugs may be used with caution in tuberculosis patients when clearly necessary for combination treatment. drugs that can increase the drowsiness effect of this drug include: sedatives, tranquilizers, drugs for sleep, narcotic pain relievers, psychiatric medications (e.g., chlorpromazine), certain antidepressants (e.g., amitriptyline), certain antihistamines (e.g., diphenhydramine), muscle relaxants, anti- seizure medications. do not start or stop any medicine with out healthcare professional or pharmacist approval.

Trecator Sc Overdose: If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Trecator Sc special notes: this drug has been prescribed since some your current condition only. do not use it later for another infection or give this to others. a different medication may be needed in those cases.

If you missed Trecator Sc dose: If you miss dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is near the time of next dose, skip the missed dose & resume some your usual dosing schedule. do not 'double-up' dose to catch up.

Trecator Sc Storage: Store at room temperature at approximately 77 degrees F (25 degrees C) away from light & moisture.

Medical alert: your condition can cause complications in medical emergency.

Active Ingredients : Ethionamide