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ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET

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Composition FOR Albutol 800mg Tablet

Ethambutol(800mg)

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alcohol interaction for Albutol Tablet

pregnancy interaction for Albutol Tablet

lactation interaction for Albutol Tablet

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ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Albutol 800mg Tablet

Ethambutol(800mg)

Albutol tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of tuberculosis.

How albutol tablet works

ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET is an antibiotic. It works by slowing the growth of bacteria that causes tuberculosis.

Common side effects of albutol tablet

Visual impairment, Color blindness

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Expert advice FOR Albutol Tablet

  • Ethambutol 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 Ethambutol 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.

Frequently asked questions FOR Albutol 800mg Tablet

Ethambutol

Q. My child vomited after taking ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET. What should be done?
If your child vomited within 30 minutes of taking ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET, give the same dose again. If vomiting occurred 30 minutes after taking ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET, you need not repeat the dose. If your child vomits again after taking ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET, consult your doctor.
Q. For how long does ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET stay in your system?
ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET stays for about 24 hours in your system. This duration varies from person to person and maybe different for patients with kidney problems.
Q. Will ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET work if I have developed tuberculosis for the second time?
Yes, it will work if you had taken proper treatment and got cured when you developed tuberculosis for the first time. If you have any doubt, ask your doctor.
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Q. Is it necessary to take so many TB drugs simultaneously? Is there no single medicine which can provide a cure for tuberculosis?
Yes, it is important that you take all the prescribed TB drugs together for the recommended duration, else you will not be cured. A single drug is not prescribed to treat TB because it may increase the risk of developing multi-drug resistant tuberculosis, which is very difficult to treat.
Q. What is drug resistance? Can I become resistant to ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET?
Sometimes it happens that bacteria gets modified in your body and stops reacting to the medicine. As a result, the medicine stops working. This is called drug resistance. Drug resistance is uncommon if ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET is used in combination with other TB drugs.
Q. Can ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET treatment be taken for more than two months?
Yes, ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET can be continued for more than 2 months, depending on your condition and as per your doctor’s advice. If after 2 months, your investigations show that the TB bacteria are still active, you may have to take ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET for 1 more month. In case you are resistant to other TB drugs, you may have to take ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET and other TB drugs (for which you are not drug resistant) for longer than 2 months.
Q. What are the warning signals which should prompt me to stop taking ALBUTOL 800MG TABLET?
You should consult your doctor and consider stopping the medicine immediately if you develop any vision problems like blurred vision, color blindness or any kidney problems like decreased amount of urine and swelling of your legs and feet. You may even develop liver troubles like nausea, vomiting and yellowish color of skin and eyes. Beware of all these symptoms and consult your doctor immediately.

Content on this page was last updated on 21 January, 2026, by Dr. Mekhala Chandra (MD, MBBS)