Prothionamide

INFORMATION ABOUT PROTHIONAMIDE

Prothionamide Uses

Prothionamide is used in the treatment of tuberculosis.

How Prothionamide works

Prothionamide is an antibiotic. It works by slowing the growth of bacteria that causes tuberculosis.

Common side effects of Prothionamide

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

Nausea, Vomiting, Depression, Dizziness, Diarrhea, Decreased appetite, Excessive salivation, Metallic taste, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Abdominal pain, Jaundice, Encephalopathy, Peripheral neuropathy (tingling and numbness of feet and hand), Psychotic disorder, Breast enlargement in male, Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level), Decreased level of thyroid hormones, Low blood platelets

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20 Oct 2022 | 06:02 PM (UTC)

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Medicine brands for Prothionamide

Protomid

₹208 to ₹208

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

1 variant(s)

Mycotuf P

₹143 to ₹143

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

MD Pride

₹32 to ₹32

Maneesh Pharmaceuticals Ltd

1 variant(s)

Prabcox

₹121 to ₹121

Brilliant Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Radicura Pharma pvt ltd

1 variant(s)

Hituber Pro

₹112 to ₹112

HiGlance Laboratories

Expert advice for Prothionamide

Prothionamide 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 Prothionamide 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.