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food interaction for P Zide Tablet
alcohol interaction for P Zide Tablet
pregnancy interaction for P Zide Tablet
lactation interaction for P Zide Tablet
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
P Zide 500 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
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CAUTION
Caution is advised when consuming alcohol with P Zide 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CAUTION
P Zide 500 Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
P Zide 500 Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
SALT INFORMATION FOR P Zide 500mg Tablet
Pyrazinamide(500mg)
P zide tablet uses
{med_name} is used in the treatment of tuberculosis.
How p zide tablet works
P Zide 500 Tablet is an antitubercular medicine. In the body, it gets converted to pyrazinoic acid. This pyrazinoic acid inhibits fatty acid synthase I (bacterial enzyme), which is essential for bacterial growth. Thus, it works as a bacteriocidal to prohibit their growth and treats tuberculosis.
Common side effects of p zide tablet
Jaundice, Hepatitis (viral infection of liver), Increased liver enzymes, Joint pain
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Expert advice FOR P Zide Tablet
- Pyrazinamide along with other medications effectively treats tuberculosis.
- Do not to forget a dose, as this increases the risk of the bacteria becoming resistant to the medicine, and also increases the risk of getting side effects.
- Your doctor may check your liver function before starting treatment and regularly thereafter. Inform your doctor if you notice yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or stomach pain.
- Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Pyrazinamide as this may increase the risk of side effects on the liver.
- Use a reliable contraceptive method (such as condoms or a diaphragm) to prevent pregnancy while you are taking Pyrazinamide as it may make hormonal contraceptives such as the pill less effective.
Frequently asked questions FOR P Zide 500mg Tablet
Pyrazinamide
Q. What is P Zide 500 Tablet and what is it used for?
P Zide 500 Tablet is an antibiotic. It is used in combination with other antibiotics in the treatment of tuberculosis
Q. Is P Zide 500 Tablet bactericidal?
P Zide 500 Tablet is both a bacteriostatic and a bactericidal antibiotic. It stops the growth of bacteria (bacteriostatic) in certain cases and kills (bactericidal) the tuberculosis causing bacteria in other cases
Q. How does P Zide 500 Tablet work/treat tuberculosis?
P Zide 500 Tablet kills or stops growth of bacteria that causes tuberculosis (Mycobacterium tuberculosis). The exact mechanism of action for P Zide 500 Tablet is not known