Prothionamide

Written By Dr. Anuj Saini

Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma

Last updated 25 Nov 2025 | 09:34 AM (UTC)

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

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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Medicine brands for Prothionamide

Protomid

Macleods Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹208 to ₹208

1 variant(s)

Prabcox

Brilliant Lifesciences Pvt Ltd

Maneesh Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Cadila Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹143 to ₹143

1 variant(s)

Protokox

Radicura Pharma pvt ltd

HiGlance Laboratories

₹112 to ₹112

1 variant(s)

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.