ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE

Overview

ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE is a Schedule H antibiotic.
Ethambutol is an antibiotic that prevents growth of the tuberculous bacteria in the body.It stops the growth of TB cells. Ethambutol is used with other medications to treat tuberculosis.This antibiotic treats only bacterial infections. It will not work for viral infections. Using any antibiotic when it is not needed can cause it to not work for future infections.

Usage

ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE is generally used to treat: Tuberculosis
ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE can address symptoms like: Chest Pain, Weight Loss (unintentional), Night Sweats, Fever, Bloody Or Red Colored Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Shortness Of Breath

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Not Advised for age < 12yrs

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Not enough studies to prove Risk – Ask your Doctor

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • You should not use ethambutol if you are allergic to it.
  • You may not be able to take ethambutol if you cannot recognize or report any changes in your vision.
  • Follow all directions on your prescription label. Your doctor may occasionally change your dose to make sure you get the best results.
  • Do not take ethambutol in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Tell your doctor if you have ever used tuberculosis medicine before. Your dose may be different if you have been treated for tuberculosis in the past.
  • Ethambutol may be taken with food if it upsets your stomach.
  • Your blood cells, kidney function, and liver function may also need to be checked.
  • Use this medicine for the full prescribed length of time. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cleared. Skipping doses may also increase your risk of further infection that is resistant to antibiotics.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.
  • Avoid taking an antacid containing aluminum hydroxide within 4 hours after you take ethambutol.
  • It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid long-term use of this medication.
  • Ethambutol may cause live bacterial vaccines to not work as well. Do not have any immunizations/vaccinations while using this medication.

Common Side-Effects

ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE : Indigestion, Color Blindness, Joint Pain, Head Headache, Dizziness, Nausea, Vomit, Abdomen Pain, Loss Of Appetite, Ankles Joint Pain, Knees Joint Pain, Chills

Serious Side-Effects

ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE : Jaundice, Vision Problems, Acute Liver Failure, Eyes Change In Vision, Difficulty Breathing, Cough, Fever, Confusion, Hallucinations, Hands Tingling, Chest Pain, Gums Bleeding, Easy Bleeding, Decreased Urination, Upper Abdomen Pain, Eyes Yellow Eyes, Dark Colored (brown) Urine, Body Pain, Face Swelling, Eyes Burn, Throat Soreness

Rare Side-Effects

ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE : Skin Rash, Eyes Pain, Eyes Blurred Vision, Hands Burn

Technical Classification

ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTITUBERCULOSIS AGENTS / ANTITUBERCULOSIS AGENTS / ANTI-INFECTIVES

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE as Ingredient

4-D PLUS KITETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 1100 MG, PYRAZINAMIDE 800 MG, RIFAMPICIN 600 MG, ISONIAZID 300 MG
AKURIT -3 FC-TABETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 275 MG, ISONIAZID 275 MG, RIFAMPICIN 150 MG
R-CINEX-EZ FC-TABPYRAZINAMIDE 750 MG, ETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 400 MG, RIFAMPICIN 225 MG, ISONIAZID 150 MG
RCINEX -E FC-TABETHAMBUTOL HYDROCHLORIDE 800 MG, RIFAMPICIN 450 MG, ISONIAZID 300 MG