Ethambutol + Isoniazid + Rifampicin

Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

• Ethambutol + Isoniazid + Rifampicin is available via oral route in the form of tablets and capsules.

Age and Dose Restrictions

• This medicine is meant for adults and children. Children of 5-12 years of age with caution and under medical supervision.

Contraindications

• This medicine is contraindicated in patients with known allergies to ethambutol, isoniazid, or rifampicin.

• It's also contraindicated in patients with severe liver damage, acute gout attacks, optic neuritis, peripheral neuritis and porphyria.

Other Medications to Avoid

• This combination may interact with antacids containing aluminium (such as Maalox and Mylanta), anti-seizure medications (like phenytoin), antibiotics (like fluoroquinolones), anticoagulants (like warfarin), diabetes medicines (like metformin and insulin), HIV medications (like nevirapine), and hepatitis C antivirals (such as daclatasvir).

Overdose and Missed Dose

• An overdose of this medication may cause symptoms like nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, itching, rash, and even serious conditions like liver damage. If you observe these symptoms, inform your doctor immediately.

• If you forget to take this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. But if it's almost time for the next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

• To manage digestive side effects like nausea and vomiting, try taking the medication with a light snack.

• For side effects like unusual tiredness or weakness, ensure you get enough rest and sleep.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

• This medication may affect your ability to drive or operate heavy machinery as it can cause dizziness or sleepiness. It's advised not to drive if you feel these effects.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

• Consult your doctor before using this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

• Patients with liver disease, kidney disease, eye disorders, diabetes, gout, alcohol dependence, HIV infection, and porphyria should exercise caution when taking this medicine.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

• Maintain a balanced diet rich in fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains to boost your immune system and fight off infections.

• Regular physical activity can help strengthen your immune system and promote overall health.

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