Monospas 100mg Tablet
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Monospas 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic medicine used to treat bacterial infections in your body. It is used to treat tuberculosis that is resistant to other medicines. It is generally used in combination with other medicines, as part of a regimen.
Monospas 100mg Tablet works by stopping the growth of the infection causing bacteria. It may be taken with or without food, preferably at a fixed time each day. You should take it regularly at evenly spaced intervals as per the schedule prescribed by your doctor. Taking it at the same time every day will help you to remember to take it. The dose will depend on what you are being treated for, but you should always complete a full course of this antibiotic as prescribed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it until you have finished, even when you feel better. If you stop taking it early, some bacteria may survive and the infection may come back.
The most common side effects of this medicine include allergic reactions, skin rash, vomiting, and nausea. Seek emergency medical help if you get a rash, itchy skin, swelling of face and mouth, or have difficulty breathing.
Before using it, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any antibiotics (especially sulpha medicines) or have any kidney or liver problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding mothers should not take this medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood and urine tests while undergoing treatment with this medicine.
Uses of Monospas Tablet
Benefits of Monospas Tablet
In Tuberculosis (TB)
Monospas 100mg Tablet is used to treat tuberculosis, an infectious disease that mainly affects the lungs but can affect other parts of the body as well. It stops the growth of infection causing bacteria and helps in treating the infection. Take it in the dose and duration advised by the doctor. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured. Do not stop taking it without consulting your doctor as doing so may cause the infection to return or worsen. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully to get maximum benefit.
Side effects of Monospas Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Monospas
- Allergic reaction
- Skin rash
- Vomiting
- Nausea
How to use Monospas Tablet
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. Monospas 100mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
How Monospas Tablet works
Monospas 100mg Tablet is an antibiotic. It stops the bacteria from producing folic acid, a nutrient required for bacterial multiplication.
Safety advice
Alcohol
SAFE
Consuming alcohol with Monospas 100mg Tablet does not usually cause any harmful side effects.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of Monospas 100mg Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Monospas 100mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Monospas 100mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Monospas 100mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited data available on the use of Monospas 100mg Tablet in patients with liver disease.
What if you forget to take Monospas Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Monospas 100mg Tablet, 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.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Monospas 100mg Tablet is used for the treatment of tuberculosis that is resistant to other drugs.
- Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
- Take it with an acidic liquid such as fruit juices.
- Diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if you find blood in your stools.
- Inform your doctor if you have severe liver disease or if you are allergic to aspirin.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Aminosalicylic acids
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI INFECTIVES
Action Class
Sulphonamides
Interaction with drugs
Taking Monospas with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. They may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurren
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. They may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurren
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Methotrexate may raise blood levels of the active form of Sodium aminosalicylate.
If concurrent use is essential, watch out for bleeding and consult your doctor immediately. They may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Concurren
Your doctor may monitor your treatment and adjust the doses as per the observations. Methotrexate may raise blood levels of the active form of Sodium aminosalicylate.
Patient concerns
FAQs
What if I don't get better after using Monospas 100mg Tablet?
Inform your doctor if you don't feel better after finishing the full course of treatment. Also, inform him if your symptoms are getting worse while using this medicine.
Can I stop taking Monospas 100mg Tablet when my symptoms are relieved?
No, do not stop taking Monospas 100mg Tablet and complete the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Your symptoms may improve before the infection is completely cured.
Can the use of Monospas 100mg Tablet cause diarrhea?
Yes, the use of Monospas 100mg Tablet can cause diarrhea. It is an antibiotic which kills the harmful bacteria. However, it also affects the helpful bacteria in your stomach or intestine and causes diarrhea. If diarrhea gets severe, talk to your doctor about it.
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- Pugh DL, Jones ER, Martin WJ. Domiciliary treatment of pulmonary tuberculosis with sodium para-aminosalicylate. Lancet. 1950 Jul 15;2(6620):92-7. [Accessed 22 Dec. 2025]. Available from:
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