P Zide 500 Tablet

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Composition FOR P Zide 500mg Tablet

Pyrazinamide(500mg)

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
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lactation
P Zide 500 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 P Zide 500 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
The safety of P Zide 500 Tablet during pregnancy has not been established. There are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, and animal data on reproductive toxicity are insufficient. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
P Zide 500 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.
CAUTION

SALT INFORMATION FOR P Zide 500mg Tablet

Pyrazinamide(500mg)

P zide tablet uses

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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
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Q. How does P Zide 500 Tablet cause hyperuricemia and gout?
Following oral intake of P Zide 500 Tablet, it gets converted in the body to pyrazinoic acid (active chemical form of P Zide 500 Tablet). Pyrazinoic acid blocks the excretion of urates (salt form of uric acid) by the kidneys. This causes an increase in blood levels of uric acid (hyperuricemia). Excess uric acid accumulation between joints causes pain, swelling, redness and stiffness in joints (gout).

Content on this page was last updated on 28 January, 2026, by Dr. Rajeev Sharma (MBA, MBBS)